The Higher Prevalence of Learning Disabilities Among Males Is Attributed

question 28

Multiple Choice

The higher prevalence of learning disabilities among males is attributed in part to

• A)lower effort generally expended by males.
• B)greater biological vulnerability.
• C)colour blindness more likely in males.
• D)right brain dominance among males.

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