A psychologist states that "Juan's abnormal behavior is likely due to a combination of biology and inadequate interpersonal skills." The psychologist is ____.
A) predicting the future symptoms of Juan
B) giving Juan a psychodiagnosis
C) offering an explanation for Juan's problem
D) describing how to control Juan's symptoms

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The psychologist is providing a rationale or reason for Juan's abnormal behavior by suggesting it results from both biological factors and insufficient interpersonal skills, which is an explanation for Juan's problem.

A Psychologist States That "Juan's Abnormal Behavior Is Likely Due