Most People with Visual Impairments

question 18

Multiple Choice

Most people with visual impairments

• A) cannot travel independently in their communities.
• B) rely on their other senses and on training to gain information about the world.
• C) learn to read either large-print books or Braille materials.
• D) cannot function at an independent level in their own homes.

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Definitions:

Osteogenesis Imperfecta

A genetic disorder characterized by bones that break easily, often with little or no apparent cause, due to a defect in the quality or quantity of collagen.

Genetic Disorders

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Collagen Development

The process by which collagen, a key protein in connective tissues, is synthesized and organized, crucial for maintaining the structural integrity, elasticity, and strength of tissues.

Blood Calcium Levels

The concentration of calcium ions in the bloodstream, crucial for bone health, muscle contraction, and nerve function.