In North America, the term __________ is used to refer to normal intelligence with specific learning problems (such as reading), while in Britain it refers to mental handicap.

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The term used in North America to refer to normal intelligence with specific learning problems (such as reading) is "learning disability." The other choices are either considered outdated or have different meanings in North America and Britain. "Intellectual disability" is the current preferred terminology for what used to be called "mental retardation" in North America. "Developmental disability" refers to a group of lifelong conditions characterized by impairments in physical, learning, language, or behavior areas. "Developmental handicap" is not commonly used. Finally, in Britain, the term "mental handicap" is used to refer to what is called "intellectual disability" in North America.

In North America, the Term __________ Is Used to Refer