The Cases of Larry P

question 25

Multiple Choice

The cases of Larry P. v. Riles (1979) and Parents in Action on Special Education (PASE) v. Hannon (1980) were both related to whether or not:

• A)intelligence tests discriminated against Black or African American children.
• B)high school competency examinations discriminated.
• C)employment tests had to be job-related.
• D)tests had to be given in a child's native language.

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