The manner in which a client thinks reveals much about how he or she comes to understand and make meaning of the world. In the mental status exam, this refers to the client's:
A) affect.
B) mood.
C) thought components.
D) cognitive functioning.
E) All of these are true.

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The client's thought components refer to how they form thoughts, process information, and make meaning of the world. This includes their cognitive functioning and can also be seen through their affect and mood. Therefore, option C is the best choice as it directly relates to the client's thinking processes.

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