Which of the following must a person exhibit in order to be diagnosed with alcohol use disorder in DSM-5?

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The DSM-5 defines alcohol use disorder as a problematic pattern of alcohol use leading to clinically significant impairment or distress, as manifested by two or more of 11 possible symptoms. Hallucinations, difficulty regulating body temperature, and high levels of anxiety are not included as specific symptoms in the criteria for alcohol use disorder.

Which of the Following Must a Person Exhibit in Order