Which of the following illustrates the difficulty in defining abnormal behaviour as behaviour that is statistically infrequent?
A)IQ below 70 is considered mentally retarded.
B)It is unusual for people to have delusions.
C)Math prodigies are rare in the population.
D)Bedwetting is common in young children.

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Statistical infrequency alone cannot define abnormal behavior because it would also classify rare talents or positive deviations, such as being a math prodigy, as abnormal. This highlights the complexity and inadequacy of using rarity as the sole criterion for abnormality.

Which of the Following Illustrates the Difficulty in Defining Abnormal