The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology reports the incidence of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) at 40%, while the American Psychiatric Association reports that up to 75% of American women report minor or isolated symptoms
This discrepancy best illustrates that ___.
a. the exact nature of PMS is not clear
b. many women exaggerate their symptoms of PMS
c. many women understate their symptoms of PMS
d. many women will not openly discuss their symptoms with all medical professionals
ANS: A
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