Which of the Following Is the Most Common Cause of Severe

question 69

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the most common cause of severe intellectual disability (ID) in girls?

• A) Angelman syndrome
• B) Rett syndrome
• C) fetal alcohol syndrome
• D) Down syndrome

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Definitions:

Triarchic Theory

A theory of intelligence proposed by Robert Sternberg, suggesting intelligence is composed of analytical, creative, and practical abilities.

Robert Sternberg

An American psychologist best known for his theory on intelligence and creativity, including the triarchic theory of intelligence.

Hindsight Bias

The tendency to believe, after learning an outcome, that one would have foreseen it, often referred to as the "I-knew-it-all-along" phenomenon.

Mental Set

A framework for thinking about a problem based on previous experiences and solutions, which can both aid and limit problem-solving ability.