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CLEP Intro to Educational Psychology Exam Prep

Category - CLEP Intro Educational Psychology

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Cyrus is in 4th grade and struggles with language and motor skills. After Cyrus is assessed for learning disabilities, the school psychologist finds that Cyrus’ intelligence is in the normal range for his age, but his ability to speak clearly and hold a pencil lag behind. His hand often aches when he writes in class. Which learning disability does this describe?
  1. Dyslexia
  2. Dyscalculia
  3. Dyspraxia
  4. Attention deficit disorder
Explanation
Answer: C - Dyspraxia is a disorder that affects an individual’s ability to coordinate bodily movements in order to reach goals. Dyspraxia is most often diagnosed when an individual’s level of motor functioning impairs learning and is below their level of intelligence.
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