Lukas Is Physically Small for His Age and Is Much

question 253

Multiple Choice

Lukas is physically small for his age and is much weaker and slower than his same-aged peers. He also struggles with learning disabilities in the classroom. Lukas also has small eyes and a thin upper lip, making him an easy target for classroom bullies. These physical and behavioral abnormalities are MOST likely the result of:

• A) cerebral palsy.
• B) conduct disorder.
• C) Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
• D) fetal alcohol syndrome.

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