CLEP Intro Edu Psych

Category - Individual Differences

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Robert is in 4^th grade and struggles with math. After Robert is assessed for learning disabilities, the school psychologist finds that Robert’s intelligence is in the normal range for his age, but his mathematical functioning is far below average. Which learning disability does this describe?

Dyslexia
Dyscalculia
Dyspraxia
Attention Deficit disorder

Explanation

Answer: B - Dyscalculia is a learning disability characterized by difficulty recognizing and manipulating mathematical concepts. Dyscalculia is most often diagnosed when an individual’s level of mathematical functioning is below their level of intelligence.

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