Jamal Recently Completed an Intelligence Test and Was Told That

question 46

Multiple Choice

Jamal recently completed an intelligence test and was told that his IQ score was 135.How would Jamal be categorized based on the standard practices in most school districts

• A) He would not meet the criterion for giftedness unless he was also highly creative. 
• B) He would need to show superior potential in at least three other areas to be eligible for gifted programs. 
• C) He would be mainstreamed and would attend regular classes for most of the day. 
• D) He would be considered gifted and would be eligible for gifted programs.

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