Ten-year-old Ziggy is best described as "mildly" intellectually impaired, as his level of intellect is just below the "normal" range. In addition, his impairment appears not to be due to any biological damage. Given this description, how would Ziggy best be categorized?
A) as having organic intellectual impairment
B) as learning disabled
C) as having familial intellectual impairment
D) as a savant

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Ziggy is best categorized as having familial intellectual impairment because his intellectual level is just below the normal range and there is no mention of biological damage, which distinguishes his condition from organic intellectual impairment. Familial intellectual impairment suggests a lower intellectual functioning that runs in families and is not caused by organic or biological factors.

Ten-Year-Old Ziggy Is Best Described as "Mildly" Intellectually Impaired, as His