"The finding that conversion disorder is currently more common in Libya than in England means that cultures with increased medical sophistication are less likely to have somatoform disorders." What is a flaw in this argument?
A)Conversion disorder was actually more common in 19th century England.
B)Different rates in different countries may be caused by variations in diagnostic practices.
C)Conversion disorder is fundamentally different from the somatoform disorders.
D)Somatoform disorders are highly culturally dependent, accounting for different rates in different cultures.

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The argument assumes that the difference in rates of somatoform disorders between Libya and England is solely due to cultural differences, but it overlooks the possibility that diagnostic practices may be a factor. Therefore, option B is the flaw in the argument.

"The Finding That Conversion Disorder Is Currently More Common in Libya