Bill,age 16,is Bright and Articulate

question 89

Multiple Choice

Bill,age 16,is bright and articulate.His classmates watch him with great interest because he "will try almost anything." Unfortunately,his reading level is very low,probably no higher than fourth-grade level,and he does not succeed in most courses.This description of Bill would lead one to think first about the possibility of

• A)a learning disability.
• B)an emotional disturbance.
• C)giftedness.
• D)mental retardation.

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Definitions:

Male Dominance

A social construct where men hold primary power and predominate in roles of political leadership, moral authority, social privilege, and control of property.

Warfare

Engaging in or the activities associated with conflict, typically between nations or societies, involving the use of force or coercion to achieve political, economic, or social objectives.

Farming

The practice of cultivating the land and raising animals for food, fiber, and other products.

Risk Factors

Variables or conditions that increase the likelihood of a negative outcome or event, such as disease, injury, or other health issue.