A deficiency in a specific learning ability in the context of normal intelligence that is not due to a general medical condition is a(n) ______.
A) learning disorder
B) savant disorder
C) intellectual disorder
D) attention-deficit disorder

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A deficiency in a specific learning ability in the context of normal intelligence that is not due to a general medical condition is commonly known as a learning disorder, such as dyslexia or dyscalculia. Savant disorder refers to a rare condition where an individual shows exceptional abilities in a specific area despite overall low intelligence, while intellectual disorder (formerly known as mental retardation) refers to a below-average intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior that starts in childhood or early adulthood. Attention-deficit disorder (ADD) is a condition characterized by difficulty in sustaining attention and controlling impulsive behaviors, often accompanied by hyperactivity. While it may affect learning, it is not a specific learning disorder.

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