A filler is defined as:

A. a word, phrase, or sound used for no reason except to replace silence
B. a message in which the true meaning is not openly expressed
C. vocal changes or variations in the human voice
D. the way that a person verbalizes his or her opinion


A

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a.  low in general mental ability but high in emotional intelligence.   b.  the only person in the group who belongs to a different racial group than all the others.   c.  a brunette.   d.  a male in an otherwise all female group.   e.  somewhat older than the other group members.

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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a. unless the thoughts are bizarre, she does not have the disorder b. she probably has the disorder because it is defined by intrusive thoughts c. she cannot have the disorder unless she engages in compulsive behaviors d. such thoughts are common unless they cause her discomfort or are uncontrollable

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