The DSM-IV criteria for mental retardation are an IQ of approximately

A. 70 or below and onset prior to age 28
B. 70 or below, deficits in adaptive functioning, and onset prior to age 18
C. 60 of below, deficits in communication, and onset prior to age 18
D. 65 of below and deficits in adaptive functioning


B. 70 or below, deficits in adaptive functioning, and onset prior to age 18

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a. neurosurgeon. c. brain surgeon. b. substance abuse counselor. d. behavioral geneticist.

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