Juan Was Identified with a Learning Disability at Age 10

question 7

Multiple Choice

Juan was identified with a learning disability at age 10.When interviewing his mother,she disclosed that his father and other relatives had significant difficulties in reading and spelling.The etiology of the learning disability would most likely be attributed to what category?

• A)Acquired trauma
• B)Genetic/hereditary influences
• C)Biochemical abnormalities
• D)Environmental possibilities

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Definitions:

Natural Chemicals

Substances produced by living organisms found in the natural environment, often with biological activity.

Anopheles Mosquito

A genus of mosquitoes that transmits malaria to humans.

Fungicides

Chemical substances used to kill or inhibit the growth of fungi and fungal spores, commonly used in agriculture.

Genetically Resistant

Having an inherited ability to withstand or fight off a specific condition or disease.