How Many Standard Deviations Below the Mean Are the IQs

question 90

Multiple Choice

How many standard deviations below the mean are the IQs of persons classified with profound intellectual disabilities?

• A)2 to 3
• B)3 to 4
• C)4 to 5
• D)More than 5

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Definitions:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapies

A variety of psychotherapeutic approaches that aim to solve problems by changing dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and thoughts.

ADHD

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by patterns of behavior that include inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.

Dyslexia

A learning disorder characterized by difficulties with accurate and/or fluent word recognition, poor spelling, and decoding abilities.

Genetic Component

The part of a trait, behavior, or condition that is influenced by genes inherited from one's parents, as opposed to environmental factors.