In her research on race, gender, and eating disorders, Meg Lovejoy found that
A. Black women are less likely than White women to engage in excessive dieting and are less fearful of fat.
B. White women are much more satisfied with their bodies than originally thought.
C. both Black and White women tend to overestimate their weight.
D. Black women do not suffer from eating disorders such as overeating.
Answer: A
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