Jeremy Is an Eight-Year-Old Boy Whose Case Is Described in the Text

question 86

Multiple Choice

Jeremy is an eight-year-old boy whose case is described in the text. Based on a recommendation from his teacher, he was evaluated by a psychologist. Which of the following was a finding that would be significant in planning a treatment program for Jeremy?

• A) Jeremy has a sibling who was mentally retarded and autistic.
• B) He had an older sister who expressed herself better verbally than did Jeremy.
• C) Although he had an IQ of 108, his achievement test scores were a grade behind his current grade.
• D) His mother took him to the psychologist only reluctantly because she did not believe he had a problem.

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