A Diagnosis of Mental Retardation May Not Be Made If

question 40

Multiple Choice

A diagnosis of mental retardation may not be made if the problem begins

• A)after age 6.
• B)after age 12.
• C)after age 18.
• D)after age 21.

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Definitions:

Low-Context Cultures

Cultures that depend on explicit messages conveyed through the spoken or written word.

High-Context Cultures

Cultures in which meaning is conveyed through body language, nonverbal cues, and the circumstances in which the communication is taking place.

Edward T. Hall

An anthropologist known for his work in the areas of body language, proxemics, and cultural communication theories.

Complicating Factor

An element that introduces difficulty, making a problem harder to solve or a situation more challenging to navigate.