Question

The following question consists of two statements – assertion (a) and reason (r). Answer selecting the appropriate option:
(a) : People suffering from eating disorders typically become preoccupied with food and their body weight.
(r) : Adults are commonly suffering from these eating disorders.

• A. Both (a) and (r) are true and (r) is the correct explanation of (a).
• B. Both (a) and (r) are true and (r) is not correct explanation of (a).
• C. (a) is true, but (r) is false.
• D. (a) is false, but (r) is true.

Hint:

Early detection and treatment of eating disorders during adolescence improve recovery chances.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The correct answer is (C) because the assertion (a) is true, but the reason (r) is false.
People suffering from eating disorders like anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa are indeed preoccupied with food, dieting, and their body weight, often exhibiting an intense fear of gaining weight and distorted body image.
However, eating disorders are more commonly diagnosed in adolescents and young adults rather than in older adults. While adults can also suffer from these disorders, the prevalence is higher among teenagers and young adults, making the reason statement inaccurate.