Question

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a disorder in which irrational fear of becoming obese results in severe weight loss from self - induced starvation.
a malnutrition
b anorexia nervosa
c obesity
d bulimia nervosa

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A (Malnutrition): A condition of improper nutrition, not related to fear of obesity causing starvation.
• Option B (Anorexia nervosa): Characterized by irrational fear of being obese, leading to severe weight loss via self - induced starvation. This matches the description.
• Option C (Obesity): A condition of excessive body fat, opposite of weight loss from starvation.
• Option D (Bulimia nervosa): Involves binge - eating and purging, not self - induced starvation due to fear of obesity.

Answer:

B. Anorexia nervosa