The Likelihood That Intellectual Ability and Academic Achievement Will Be

question 17

Multiple Choice

The likelihood that intellectual ability and academic achievement will be affected in individuals with physical and medical disabilities depends on:

• A)The type of disability
• B)The time of onset and the treatment
• C)The nature and severity of the disabilities
• D)None of the above

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Definitions:

Synapses

Structures that permit a neuron (nerve cell) to pass an electrical or chemical signal to another neuron, essential for the transmission of nerve impulses.

Neurotransmitter

A chemical secreted by a neuron sending a message that carries the impulse across the synaptic gap to the receiving cell.

Impulse

A sudden, involuntary urge to perform an act.

Growth Charts

Tools used to track a child's physical growth by comparing their weight, height, and head circumference against standard growth patterns for their age and sex.