Sean is an eight-year-old with an intellectual disability. He has learning deficits but is beginning to read, write, and to do math. Sean maintains good social relationships with his peers and with adults. He communicates well but has some difficulty with pragmatic language. What level of severity does Sean appear to exhibit?
A) Mild intellectual disability
B) Moderate intellectual disability
C) Severe intellectual disability
D) Profound intellectual disability

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Sean's ability to read, write, do math, maintain social relationships, and communicate effectively, despite some difficulties, suggests he has a mild intellectual disability. Individuals with mild intellectual disabilities often have some learning deficits but can acquire academic and practical skills.

Sean Is an Eight-Year-Old with an Intellectual Disability