Question 1

The number of children diagnosed and treated for ADHD has _____ in recent decades.
A) increased marginally
B) increased substantially
C) decreased marginally
D) decreased substantially

Accepted Answer

According to numerous studies and reports, the number of children diagnosed and treated for ADHD has increased substantially in recent decades.

Question 2

Sandra,9,was always behind in class because she could only write very slowly,and even then her painstaking efforts would be virtually illegible and riddled with spelling mistakes.Her teacher referred her to a psychologist who diagnosed her with a learning disability called:
A) ADHD.
B) dysgraphia.
C) ASD.
D) dyscalculia.

Accepted Answer

Dysgraphia is a learning disability that affects a person's ability to write or spell accurately and fluently. Individuals with dysgraphia may write slowly and struggle with handwriting and spelling, which can lead to difficulties in academic settings. ADHD (A) is a disorder that affects attention and behavior, ASD (C) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects social communication and interaction, and dyscalculia (D) is a learning disability that affects a person's ability to understand and work with numbers. While these conditions may also impact academic performance, they do not specifically address the difficulty with writing that Sandra is experiencing.

Question 3

ADHD occurs _____ more frequently in boys than in girls.
A) two to three times
B) four to nine times
C) ten times
D) marginally

Accepted Answer

ADHD is diagnosed four to nine times more frequently in boys than in girls, according to various studies and statistics.

Question 4

Which was the largest group of students with a disability to be served by federal programs and receive special education in the 2011-2012 school year?
A) Students with a learning disability
B) Students with speech or language impairments
C) Students with intellectual disability
D) Emotionally disturbed students

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which was the largest group of students...

Question 5

One of the explanations for the gender difference in the identification of learning disabilities is that:
A) boys have a greater biological vulnerability for learning disabilities.
B) girls are more likely to be referred by teachers for treatment.
C) girls' education is given priority in schools and homes.
D) learning disability is more difficult to detect in boys.

Accepted Answer

Boys are often identified with learning disabilities more frequently due to a greater biological vulnerability, which may include genetic and neurological factors.

Question 6

A number of causes for ADHD have been proposed,including:
A) high birth weight.
B) poor discipline at home.
C) verbal and physical abuse during childhood.
D) cigarette and alcohol exposure during prenatal development.

Accepted Answer

Studies have consistently shown that exposure to cigarettes and alcohol during prenatal development has been linked to an increased risk of developing ADHD. Other factors such as genetics and brain development may also contribute to the development of ADHD, but are not listed as options. A,B, and C may contribute to behavioral problems, but are not specific causes of ADHD.

Question 7

Approximately _____ percentage of children with a learning disability have a reading problem.
A) 23
B) 50
C) 80
D) 10

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that approximately 80% of children with a learning disability have a reading problem.

Question 8

Samuel,8,has difficulty in one or more basic numerical skills.His physician diagnosed him as suffering from a learning disability called _____,or developmental arithmetic disorder.
A) dyscalculia
B) dysgraphia
C) dyslexia
D) dyspraxia

Accepted Answer

The description of Samuel's difficulty with basic numerical skills and diagnosis of a learning disability called "developmental arithmetic disorder" are consistent with symptoms of dyscalculia. Dysgraphia refers to difficulty with writing, dyslexia refers to difficulty with reading, and dyspraxia refers to difficulty with motor coordination.

Question 9

_____ is a disability in which children consistently show one or more of these characteristics over a period of time: inattention,hyperactivity,and impulsivity.
A) ADHD
B) OCD
C) PTSD
D) EMDR

Accepted Answer

ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, which is characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.

Question 10

About _____ as many boys as girls are classified as having a learning disability.
A) twice
B) three times
C) half
D) one-third

Accepted Answer

The answer of About _____ as many boys as girls...

Question 11

Terrence has a learning disability that involves difficulty in math computation.This disability is also known as a developmental arithmetic disorder.Identify Terrence's condition.
A) ADHD
B) Dysgraphia
C) ASD
D) Dyscalculia

Accepted Answer

Terrence's condition is specifically related to difficulties with math computation, which is characteristic of dyscalculia. ADHD, dysgraphia, and ASD may also include difficulties with math, but they are not specific to math computation and can include a range of other symptoms.

Question 12

Interventions with children who have a learning disability often focus on improving:
A) math ability.
B) right and left brain functioning.
C) writing skills.
D) reading ability.

Accepted Answer

Reading ability is often the primary area of focus for interventions with children who have a learning disability, as problems with reading can impact many other areas of academic functioning. While math skills, right and left brain functioning, and writing skills may also be addressed, these tend to be secondary concerns after improving reading ability.

Question 13

Lillette,9,has been diagnosed with _____,a cancer in which the bone marrow manufactures an abundance of abnormal white blood cells,which crowd out normal cells,making her susceptible to bruising and infection.
A) neuroblastoma
B) lymphosarcoma
C) leukemia
D) clear cell sarcoma

Accepted Answer

The given symptoms of Lillette match with those of leukemia, which is a cancer of the bone marrow that results in the production of abnormal white blood cells. This leads to a weak immune system, causing easy bruising and infections. Options A, B, and D are different types of cancer and do not match with the given symptoms.

Question 14

Sabine has a severe impairment in reading and spelling ability.Identify the condition that Sabine has.
A) Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
B) Dysgraphia
C) Dyslexia
D) Dyscalculia

Accepted Answer

Dyslexia is a learning disorder that affects a person's ability to read, write, and spell. It is a condition that primarily affects the language processing areas of the brain, causing difficulty in phonological processing, decoding, and identifying written words. Sabine's severe impairment in reading and spelling ability is indicative of dyslexia. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder affects attention and hyperactivity levels but does not directly affect reading and spelling ability. Dysgraphia affects a person's ability to write coherently, whereas dyscalculia affects a person's ability to understand and work with numbers.

Question 15

Of all children from 3 to 21 years of age in the United States,_____ percent received special education or related services in 2011-2012.
A) 5
B) 13
C) 27
D) 32

Accepted Answer

According to the National Center for Education Statistics, approximately 13 percent of children from 3 to 21 years of age in the United States received special education or related services in 2011-2012.

Question 16

Marshall writes very slowly and his handwriting is virtually illegible.He also makes numerous spelling errors because of his inability to match up sounds and letters.Marshall likely suffers from _____.
A) dyspraxia
B) dysgraphia
C) dyslexia
D) dyscalculia

Accepted Answer

Marshall's slow handwriting and illegible writing as well as his spelling difficulties are characteristic of dysgraphia, which is a learning disability that affects a person's ability to write. Dyspraxia affects fine and gross motor skills, dyslexia affects reading and language processing, and dyscalculia affects math abilities.

Question 17

One in every _____ children in the United States develops cancer before the age of 19.
A) 75
B) 130
C) 250
D) 330

Accepted Answer

According to the American Cancer Society, the statistic is that one in every 330 children in the United States develops cancer before the age of 19. Therefore, the correct choice is D.

Question 18

A learning disability:
A) resides in a single,specific brain location.
B) is the result of inadequate intellectual functioning.
C) does not involve understanding or using spoken languages.
D) is not primarily the result of visual,hearing,or motor disabilities.

Accepted Answer

A learning disability is a neurological disorder that affects a person's ability to receive, process, store, and respond to information. It is not primarily the result of visual, hearing, or motor disabilities.

Question 19

Damon's teachers frequently complain that he disrupts his kindergarten class by fidgeting and moving about all the time.He does not pay any attention to what is being taught in class and behaves impulsively.Considering the presence of the tell-tale characteristics of inattention,hyperactivity,and impulsivity,Damon's pediatrician diagnosed him with _____ and put him on a combination of Ritalin and behavior therapy.
A) ADHD
B) OCD
C) PTSD
D) EMDR

Accepted Answer

ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is the most appropriate choice based on the symptoms described. Ritalin is a commonly used medication to treat ADHD, along with behavior therapy. OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) is characterized by obsessive thoughts and repetitive behaviors, which are not mentioned in the scenario. PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) is a disorder that occurs after exposure to a traumatic event, which is not indicated in the scenario. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a type of therapy used to treat PTSD, which is not relevant to Damon's case.

Question 20

Research indicates that it is unlikely learning disabilities:
A) reside in a single,specific brain location.
B) are due to problems in integrating information from multiple brain regions.
C) are a result of subtle difficulties in brain structures.
D) occur as a result of subtle difficulties in brain functions.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Research indicates that it is unlikely learning...

Quiz 9: Physical and Cognitive Development in Middle and Late Childhood

The number of children diagnosed and treated for ADHD has _____ in recent decades.

Sandra,9,was always behind in class because she could only write very slowly,and even then her painstaking efforts would be virtually illegible and riddled with spelling mistakes.Her teacher referred her to a psychologist who diagnosed her with a learning disability called:

ADHD occurs _____ more frequently in boys than in girls.

Which was the largest group of students with a disability to be served by federal programs and receive special education in the 2011-2012 school year?

One of the explanations for the gender difference in the identification of learning disabilities is that:

A number of causes for ADHD have been proposed,including:

Approximately _____ percentage of children with a learning disability have a reading problem.

Samuel,8,has difficulty in one or more basic numerical skills.His physician diagnosed him as suffering from a learning disability called _____,or developmental arithmetic disorder.

_____ is a disability in which children consistently show one or more of these characteristics over a period of time: inattention,hyperactivity,and impulsivity.

About _____ as many boys as girls are classified as having a learning disability.

Terrence has a learning disability that involves difficulty in math computation.This disability is also known as a developmental arithmetic disorder.Identify Terrence's condition.

Interventions with children who have a learning disability often focus on improving:

Lillette,9,has been diagnosed with _____,a cancer in which the bone marrow manufactures an abundance of abnormal white blood cells,which crowd out normal cells,making her susceptible to bruising and infection.

Sabine has a severe impairment in reading and spelling ability.Identify the condition that Sabine has.

Of all children from 3 to 21 years of age in the United States,_____ percent received special education or related services in 2011-2012.

Marshall writes very slowly and his handwriting is virtually illegible.He also makes numerous spelling errors because of his inability to match up sounds and letters.Marshall likely suffers from _____.

One in every _____ children in the United States develops cancer before the age of 19.

A learning disability:

Research indicates that it is unlikely learning disabilities: