How are the different signs of pregnancy classified? Give examples of each classification.

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The different signs of pregnancy may be classified as presumptive signs, probable signs, and positive signs. Amenorrhea, breast tenderness, and nausea are presumptive signs. The probable signs of pregnancy include the detection of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in a woman's urine. There are three types of positive signs: (1) the beating of the fetal heart, (2) active fetal movement, and (3) detection of a fetal skeleton by ultrasound.

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a. It gives them convenient access to endless sexual material. b. They can find valuable information, in a private manner, for how to treat their sexual compulsion. c. They can blog about their sexual activities for public viewing. d. They can find support groups and network with other sexually compulsive people.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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a. They are often pedophiles. b. They are often egotistical. c. They are often less intelligent than the average man. d. They have a sex addiction.

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