Which of the following is TRUE of anorexia nervosa?
A)People suffering from this eating disorder binge on large quantities of food.
B)This mainly afflicts females between the ages of 12 and 40.
C)The weight of the person suffering from this disorder remains normal.
D)People suffering from this eating disorder induce vomiting or take laxatives to rid themselves of the food.

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Anorexia nervosa mainly afflicts females between the ages of 12 and 40. Option A is incorrect as people suffering from anorexia nervosa restrict their food intake instead of binge eating. Option C is incorrect as individuals with anorexia nervosa have a significantly low weight due to the restriction of food intake. Option D describes symptoms of bulimia nervosa, another eating disorder.

Which of the Following Is TRUE of Anorexia Nervosa