Developmental screening tests, such as those pediatricians use, are designed to:
A) Diagnose common conditions like ADHD and autism
B) Compare the performance of children to their same-aged peers
C) Be sensitive to small deviations from average
D) Determine if parents understand their child's developmental progress

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Developmental screening tests are designed to compare a child's performance with that of their same-aged peers. This helps determine if a child is meeting developmental milestones at the appropriate time. They are not designed to diagnose specific conditions like ADHD or autism, nor are they meant to be excessively sensitive to small deviations from average. While parental understanding of developmental progress may be assessed, it is not the main purpose of a developmental screening test.

Developmental Screening Tests, Such as Those Pediatricians Use, Are Designed