Which of the following is an advantage of using the dimensional view of psychological disorders?
A) The dimensional view creates a clear distinction between normal and abnormal behavior.
B) The dimensional view reflects the variety and complexity of human behavior.
C) The dimensional view is easier for non-experts to use when diagnosing mental illness.
D) The dimensional view uses biological markers to diagnosis psychological disorders.
Answer: B
Rationale: The dimensional view treats behavior as existing on a continuum from normal to severely abnormal, with many "shades of grey" in-between. This reflects the complexity of human behavior better than the either/or treatment of psychological disorders associated with the categorical approach.
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