How does the DSM-5 define intellectual disability?

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The DSM-5 defines intellectual disability as having significantly below-average intellectual and adaptive functioning, typically with an IQ of 70 or below, and significant difficulties in at least two areas of adaptive behavior such as communication, self-care, and social skills. The other answer choices are either too narrow in scope, such as only focusing on low IQ (D), or describing a single symptom without considering the broader picture of functioning (C).

How Does the DSM-5 Define Intellectual Disability