In Psychology, If the Term "Abnormal" Means "Away from Normal

question 69

Multiple Choice

In psychology, if the term "abnormal" means "away from normal," what problem does this definition present when categorizing someone as being "abnormal"?

• A)It does not measure standard deviations.
• B) It does not assume that deviation on both sides of average is negative.
• C) It does not assume abnormality is negative.
• D) It does not allow for positive deviations.

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