A positive feature of the DSM-5 as compared with previous versions is that it ____

a. provides dimensional ratings of disorders on a scale, e.g., "severe"
b. relies far less on behavioral criteria for determining diagnoses
c. eliminated about half of the categories for disorders
d. switched to a purely biological model of mental illness


a

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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