Question 1

A common way to categorize causes of intellectual disabilities is to consider the

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A)  part of the brain affected.
B)  location at which the cause occurs.
C)  severity of the condition.
D)  time at which the cause occurs.E) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 2

The classification system that most school systems use to describe levels of intellectual disabilities is based on

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A)  an estimate of educability.
B)  IQ score.
C)  the intensity of support needed.
D)  adaptive level.E) A) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 3

A surgically placed shunt that drains excess fluid away from the brain is used to treat

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A)  microcephalus.
B)  encephalitis.
C)  meningitis.
D)  hydrocephalus.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 4

Researchers have found that such things as the ability to manage money, prepare meals, maintain a clean house, and keep one's clothing and self well groomed are key factors for

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A)  functional academics.
B)  elementary programming.
C)  supported employment.
D)  community adjustment.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 5

Research on classwide peer tutoring (CWPT) to help meet the instructional needs of students with mild mental retardation in inclusive settings shows that, compared to teacher-led instruction, CWPT resulted in each of the following EXCEPT

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A)  increased academic performance for all students.
B)  increased amount of engaged academic time.
C)  increased academic performance for the students with mild ID only.
D)  positive acceptance from the teachers and students.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 6

Strategies and resources that a person requires to participate in activities associated with normative human functioning are

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A)  scaffolds.
B)  normative skills.
C)  adaptive skills.
D)  supports.E) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 7

The most common know hereditary cause of intellectual disabilities is Fragile X syndrome.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Short-term memory involves the ability to keep information in mind while simultaneously doing another cognitive task.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

In recent years, the percentage of cases in which the cause of intellectual disabilities is known has dramatically increased due to

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A)  better assessment practices by teachers.
B)  the mapping of the human genetic code.
C)  better assessment practices by medical doctors.
D)  advances in microscopic technology.E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 10

Each of the following are possible perinatal causes of intellectual disabilities EXCEPT

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A)  rubella.
B)  syphilis.
C)  anoxia.
D)  low birth weight.E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 11

Describe what is meant by the phrase, "intellectual disability is a socially constructed condition."

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Intellectual disability may not be a tra...

Question 12

A specific and characteristic behavior repertoire associated with a genetic or chromosomal disorder is a

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A)  genetic syndrome.
B)  personality characteristic.
C)  behavioral phenotype.
D)  behavioral genotype.E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 13

IQ is generally considered the single best index of how well a person will do in school.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which statement is TRUE?

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A)  Instruction of daily living skills is more effective in a controlled classroom setting.
B)  It is easier to hold instruction in classrooms than in real-life settings.
C)  Instruction in daily living skills should not include instruction in classroom settings.
D)  There is no benefit to using real products and money when teaching daily living skills.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 15

Alzheimer's disease has been linked to which cause of intellectual disabilities?

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A)  neurofibromatosis
B)  Down syndrome
C)  phenylketonuria (PKU) 
D)  hydrocephalusE) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 16

What is self-determination? Describe the four components of self-determination and discuss arguments for and against promoting self-determination.

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It is the ability to make personal choic...

Question 17

An infection of the covering of the brain that may be caused by a variety of bacterial and viral agents is

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A)  syphilis.
B)  encephalitis.
C)  meningitis.
D)  spina bifida.E) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 18

Which one of the following statements about intellectual disabilities (ID) is true?

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A)  Designating someone as having "intellectual disabilities" has become easier.
B)  Professionals are in agreement that the label "mental retardation" (MR) should be done away with.
C)  The prevailing opinions is that, for some children, intellectual disabilities are not a permanent condition.
D)  How well a person functions has not been shown to be related to supports available in the environment.E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 19

Using instructional prompts, consequences for performance, and strategies for transfer of stimulus control is called

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A)  community-based instruction.
B)  functional instruction.
C)  functional academics.
D)  systematic instruction.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 20

According to the hypothetical "normal curve," approximately what percentage of the population is expected to have intellectual disabilities?

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A)  1%
B)  1) 27%
C)  2) 27%
D)  5) 27%E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Exam 5: Learners With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Short-term memory involves the ability to keep information in mind while simultaneously doing another cognitive task.

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Alzheimer's disease has been linked to which cause of intellectual disabilities?

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The most common know hereditary cause of intellectual disabilities is Fragile X syndrome.

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Research on classwide peer tutoring (CWPT) to help meet the instructional needs of students with mild mental retardation in inclusive settings shows that, compared to teacher-led instruction, CWPT resulted in each of the following EXCEPT

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A surgically placed shunt that drains excess fluid away from the brain is used to treat

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According to the hypothetical "normal curve," approximately what percentage of the population is expected to have intellectual disabilities?

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Using instructional prompts, consequences for performance, and strategies for transfer of stimulus control is called

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In recent years, the percentage of cases in which the cause of intellectual disabilities is known has dramatically increased due to

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An infection of the covering of the brain that may be caused by a variety of bacterial and viral agents is

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Which one of the following statements about intellectual disabilities (ID) is true?

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A common way to categorize causes of intellectual disabilities is to consider the

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IQ is generally considered the single best index of how well a person will do in school.

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Each of the following are possible perinatal causes of intellectual disabilities EXCEPT

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Researchers have found that such things as the ability to manage money, prepare meals, maintain a clean house, and keep one's clothing and self well groomed are key factors for

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A specific and characteristic behavior repertoire associated with a genetic or chromosomal disorder is a

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Strategies and resources that a person requires to participate in activities associated with normative human functioning are

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