During the Assessment Process of Determining Whether an Individual Is

question 16

Multiple Choice

During the assessment process of determining whether an individual is eligible for special education services due to emotional and behavior disorders,a family history is obtained.Why is this done?

• A)To allow the family's input as mandated by IDEA
• B)To establish a relationship with the family
• C)To help explain whether genetic or environmental factors might be affecting the student
• D)To let the family know that the evaluation is being conducted and to allow them to ask questions

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