States Have Varied Widely in the Way They Define Mental

question 18

True/False

States have varied widely in the way they define mental retardation or intellectual disability and in the process by which it is to be determined. At a fundamental level, most states have set 50 as the minimum IQ score for death penalty consideration.

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Definitions:

Semicircular Canals

Three fluid-filled tubes in the inner ear that play a key role in maintaining balance by sensing rotations of the head.

Inner Ear

The innermost part of the ear, containing the cochlea and vestibular organs, responsible for hearing and balance.

Closure

The psychological term for an individual's desire for a firm answer to a question and an aversion to ambiguity.

Figures

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