Why Is Autism Referred to as a "Spectrum" of Disorders

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Multiple Choice

Why is autism referred to as a "spectrum" of disorders?

• A)It can occur at any time of the lifespan.
• B)It includes a wide variety of conditions.
• C)It impacts speech,behavior,and social skills.
• D)It is related to other anxiety and mood disorders.

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Definitions:

Benefits Segmentation

A market segmentation technique that categorizes consumers based on the specific benefits they seek from products or services, rather than demographic factors.

Psychographics

Used in segmentation; delves into how consumers describe themselves; allows people to describe themselves using those characteristics that help them choose how they occupy their time (behavior) and what underlying psychological reasons determine those choices.

Demographic Changes

Alterations in the statistical characteristics of a population over time, including age, gender, income levels, etc.

Scarce Incomes

The condition where available financial resources are insufficient to meet the needs or wants of individuals or communities.