Children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
A) tend to score higher in IQ than other children.
B) are often asymptomatic before age 7.
C) find it hard to ignore irrelevant information.
D) have no difficulty with planning or reasoning.

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One of the main symptoms of ADHD is difficulty in ignoring irrelevant information, which can cause distractibility and impulsivity. A and D are incorrect as ADHD does not necessarily correlate with higher IQ or superior planning and reasoning abilities. B is also incorrect as symptoms of ADHD can manifest before age 7.

Children with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)