Evidence suggests that an effective predictor of outcome among people with autism spectrum disorder is
A) an IQ of 70.
B) an IQ above 95.
C) the absence of significant psychiatric problems.
D) the development of fluent speech by age 5.
E) the absence of epilepsy or sensory impairments.

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The development of fluent speech by age 5 is considered an effective predictor of outcome among people with autism spectrum disorder, as it indicates better communication skills, which are crucial for social interaction and learning.

Evidence Suggests That an Effective Predictor of Outcome Among People