Each of the Following Is a Misconception About Autism Spectrum

question 55

Multiple Choice

Each of the following is a misconception about autism spectrum disorders EXCEPT

• A)It is a single, well-defined category of disability.
• B)People with autism spectrum disorders are all intellectually disabled.
• C)People with autism are impaired in some cognitive areas but are highly intelligent or geniuses in others.
• D)There is no evidence that bad parenting causes autism.

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Definitions:

Pancreatic Lipase

An enzyme that digests lipids.

Lipids

A group of naturally occurring molecules that include fats, waxes, and certain vitamins, essential for energy storage and cell membrane structure.

Vitamin A

A fat-soluble vitamin important for normal vision, immune function, and reproduction.

Bones

The hard, dense organs that form the framework of the human body, essential for movement, protection of internal organs, and storage of minerals.