Apparent option of not using model is not real option

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Explain this statement by Palmer, Dunn, and Akin on page 122 of the textbook: The apparent option of not using a model (for diagnosis) is not a real option; the choice is whether we use one that is explicit or one that is implicit. 200 words

Would the image of change chosen affect the diagnostic model used? Explain why and how, or why not with examples based on the readings thus far in the course. . 200 words

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