IDEA's requirement that students with disabilities be educated in the least restrictive environment means that:
A)Students should be included in general classrooms as long as they can do the same work that is assigned to everyone else and as long as they do not exhibit behavior problems.
B)Students should be included in general classrooms as long as they do not pose a danger to themselves or others and as long as, given specially adapted instruction, they are able to make reasonable progress toward their educational goals.
C)Students with emotional and behavioral disorders should not be put in physical restraints, except as a last resort.
D)Students should be included in general classrooms as long as their presence does not restrict the progress of their peers.

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IDEA's requirement for the least restrictive environment means that students with disabilities should be educated in a setting that best meets their individual needs while at the same time being able to participate in the general education curriculum as much as possible. This includes providing necessary accommodations and modifications. The key factor is that the student is able to make reasonable progress towards their educational goals. Therefore, choice B is the best answer as it reflects this requirement.

IDEA's Requirement That Students with Disabilities Be Educated in the Least