The Picture Exchange Communication System PECS)focuses on
A)teaching pivotal skills like motivation.
B)improving relatively severe language problems.
C)teaching pivotal skills like self-management.
D)teaching reading based on phonemic awareness.

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The Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) is designed to improve relatively severe language problems, particularly in individuals with autism spectrum disorder or related developmental disabilities. It uses pictures to teach communication skills, such as requesting, commenting, and answering questions. While it may also indirectly teach other skills like motivation or self-management, improving language is its primary focus. It is not designed to teach reading based on phonemic awareness.