"The lifetime prevalence rate of panic disorder is 3.5%." This statement indicates that
A)there will be 3.5% of new cases of panic disorder in the population over the next year.
B)there is a 3.5% chance of developing panic disorder following the interview until death.
C)of individuals interviewed,3.5% had experienced panic disorder at some point in their life.
D)the proportion of chronic panic sufferers is 3.5%.

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The statement indicates that out of the individuals interviewed, 3.5% had experienced panic disorder at some point in their life. It does not refer to new cases over the next year (A), the chance of developing panic disorder until death (B), or the proportion of chronic panic sufferers specifically (D).

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