Question

disordered eating is often ______. a. an eating disorder that affects numerous teens b. caused by eating irregularly over short periods c. a precursor for developing a disorder, but not a disorder on its own please select the best answer from the choices provided. a b c

Explanation:

• Option A: Disordered eating is not the same as an eating disorder. Eating disorders are more severe and diagnosable, while disordered eating is a broader, less severe pattern. So A is incorrect.
• Option B: Disordered eating is not typically caused by short - term irregular eating. It can be related to psychological, social, or other long - term factors, not just short - term irregularity. So B is incorrect.
• Option C: Disordered eating is often a precursor to developing an eating disorder. It involves abnormal eating patterns but does not meet the full criteria of an eating disorder. So C is correct.

Answer:

C. a precursor for developing a disorder, but not a disorder on its own