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a. Because of her more severe lack of energy and inability to focus, Elaine will miss more work than Rochelle.
b. Because her depressive episodes are more severe and more persistent than Elaine's, Rochelle will miss more work.
c. Because her depressive episodes are more severe and more persistent than Rochelle's, Elaine will miss more work.
d. Their severe and persistent episodes of depression will result in both Rochelle and Elaine missing about the same amount of work.


b

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