Single-Factor Explanations

question 10

Multiple Choice

Single-factor explanations

• A)tend to identify risk factors rather than specific causes of dysfunctional behaviour.
• B)posit one factor which is said to cause a particular psychological disorder.
• C)are generally preferred over other explanations because of its simplicity.
• D)often reflect a high level of current comprehensive knowledge of disorders.
• E)view behaviour as the product of the interaction of several factors.

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Definitions:

Growth

The increase in the economic output and productivity of a country, measured by its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) over time.

Factors Of Production

The inputs used to produce goods and services

Property Rights

The ability of an individual to own and exercise control over scarce resources.

World Growth Rates

The rate at which the economic output of the world or specific countries increases over a given period of time.