Rachel Teaches the Second Grade and Suspects That Two Students

question 40

Multiple Choice

Rachel teaches the second grade and suspects that two students in her class have behavioral problems.Although she works fervently to keep the class running smoothly, the students' behaviors continually disrupt the learning environment.When the two students blurt out the answers before being called upon, push others in line, or constantly get out of their seats, other students become distracted and irritated.According to which criterion will these students' behaviors most likely be considered abnormal?

• A)Cultural relativism
• B)Mental illness
• C)Distress
• D)Gender relativism

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Definitions:

Synesthesia

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Sensory Modality

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