Prevalence Figures Are Suspected of Being Inaccurate Because

question 64

Short Answer

Prevalence figures are suspected of being inaccurate because
a.there are difficulties and inconsistencies in definitions from state to state.
b.schools do not submit accurate counts to the state departments.
c.parents do not desire to reveal their child's disability.
d.not all students with learning disabilities are served in special education settings.

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Definitions:

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

A group of lung diseases, including emphysema and chronic bronchitis, that block airflow and make breathing difficult.

Oxygen

A chemical element critical for respiration and energy production in living organisms, symbol O.

Chest X-ray

A radiographic image of the chest used to diagnose, monitor, and treat conditions affecting the chest and lungs.

Bronchodilators

Medications that relax the muscles around the airways and open up the breathing passages, used to treat respiratory conditions like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).