Which of the Following Statements Concerning the Etiology of Autism

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning the etiology of autism is correct?

• A)The most common etiological basis of autism noted so far is parental neglect or detachment.
• B)The early lack of normal development suggests biological rather than psychosocial factors.
• C)Researchers believe that there is one cause for autism that has yet to be discovered.
• D)Although psychological effects are important, biological factors play the most critical role.

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