Which of the following are not the characteristics of mental retardation?
A)Lack of curiosity and difficulty solving problems
B)Got an ability to create or produce a new idea
C)Decreased learning ability and ability to think logically
D)Trouble remembering things

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Mental retardation, now more commonly referred to as intellectual disability, is characterized by significant limitations in both intellectual functioning (such as learning, problem-solving, and judgment) and in adaptive behavior, which covers a range of everyday social and practical skills. The ability to create or produce a new idea is not typically a characteristic of intellectual disability; in fact, creativity can sometimes be present in individuals with intellectual disabilities, although it might manifest differently or require support to be expressed.

Which of the Following Are Not the Characteristics of Mental