Intellectual Disability

Description: Intellectual Disability Quiz
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of intellectual disability?

  1. Significant limitations in intellectual functioning

  2. Significant limitations in adaptive behavior

  3. Onset before the age of 18

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Intellectual disability is characterized by significant limitations in intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior, with onset before the age of 18.

What is the most common cause of intellectual disability?

  1. Genetic disorders

  2. Prenatal infections

  3. Birth injuries

  4. Environmental factors


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Genetic disorders are the most common cause of intellectual disability, accounting for about 50% of cases.

Which of the following is NOT a type of intellectual disability?

  1. Mild

  2. Moderate

  3. Severe

  4. Profound


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Profound is not a type of intellectual disability. The four types of intellectual disability are mild, moderate, severe, and profound.

What is the average IQ score of someone with intellectual disability?

  1. Below 70

  2. Below 85

  3. Below 100

  4. Below 115


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The average IQ score of someone with intellectual disability is below 70.

Which of the following is NOT a common adaptive behavior deficit in people with intellectual disability?

  1. Communication skills

  2. Self-care skills

  3. Social skills

  4. Motor skills


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Motor skills are not a common adaptive behavior deficit in people with intellectual disability.

What is the primary goal of early intervention for children with intellectual disability?

  1. To improve intellectual functioning

  2. To improve adaptive behavior

  3. To prevent secondary disabilities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The primary goal of early intervention for children with intellectual disability is to improve intellectual functioning, adaptive behavior, and prevent secondary disabilities.

Which of the following is NOT a common educational approach for students with intellectual disability?

  1. Special education classes

  2. Inclusive education

  3. Home schooling

  4. Vocational training


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Home schooling is not a common educational approach for students with intellectual disability.

What is the most common employment outcome for adults with intellectual disability?

  1. Competitive employment

  2. Supported employment

  3. Sheltered workshops

  4. Day programs


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Supported employment is the most common employment outcome for adults with intellectual disability.

Which of the following is NOT a common challenge faced by adults with intellectual disability?

  1. Unemployment

  2. Poverty

  3. Social isolation

  4. Good health


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Good health is not a common challenge faced by adults with intellectual disability.

What is the most important factor in promoting the well-being of people with intellectual disability?

  1. Family support

  2. Community support

  3. Government support

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above factors are important in promoting the well-being of people with intellectual disability.

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