A statistical definition of abnormality assumes that
A. behaviors that match our ideals are normal, but behaviors that don't are abnormal.
B. behaviors that match societal expectations are normal, but behaviors that don't are abnormal.
C. behaviors done by most people are normal, but behaviors done by a minority of people are abnormal.
D. behaviors that seem logically appropriate are normal, but irrational behaviors are abnormal.
Answer: C
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