Which of the following BEST describes a categorical approach?

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A categorical approach involves dividing individuals into separate groups or categories, in this case being depressed or not depressed. This approach does not take into account varying degrees of symptoms or individual differences in symptom presentation. Choice A involves a symptom-based classification system, which is still categorical but allows for more nuance than a simple binary classification. Choice C involves a dimensional approach, which measures symptoms on a continuous scale rather than dividing individuals into separate categories. Choice D involves a categorical approach that allows for individual symptom variation but does not take into account the broader symptom picture or severity.

Which of the Following BEST Describes a Categorical Approach