Which of the following is true in reference to statewide assessment, according to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA-2004)?
a. Children with disabilities are excluded from testing.
b. Children with disabilities are included in the testing.
c. Accommodations in the testing are not permitted.
d. Children with disabilities can go to study hall instead of taking the test.
e. Children with disabilities are encouraged to stay home on testing day.
ANSWER: b
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