With respect to eating disorders, ______ minus compensatory behaviors equals ______.
A) bulimia nervosa; anorexia nervosa
B) binge eating disorder; bulimia nervosa
C) binge eating disorder; subclinical eating disorder
D) bulimia nervosa; binge eating disorder

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The equation "bulimia nervosa minus compensatory behaviors equals binge eating disorder" accurately represents the difference between these two disorders. In bulimia nervosa, individuals engage in binge eating episodes followed by compensatory behaviors (such as purging, fasting, or excessive exercise) to offset the calorie intake. In contrast, those with binge eating disorder engage in binge eating behavior without compensatory behaviors. Anorexia nervosa, subclinical eating disorder, and any mention of compensatory behaviors being present are not relevant to this equation.

With Respect to Eating Disorders, ______ Minus Compensatory Behaviors Equals