Which statement best explains the increase in the incidence of anorexia and bulimia over the past 30 years?

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Over the past 30 years, the average size and weight of women have increased while societal standards for beauty and thinness have become increasingly difficult to achieve. This has contributed to an increase in the incidence of anorexia and bulimia. There is evidence to suggest that the prevalence of these disorders is higher in cultures that value thinness, and that body dissatisfaction is a precursor to disordered eating.

Which Statement Best Explains the Increase in the Incidence of Anorexia