Alex is a 9-year-old who has recently been diagnosed with a specific learning disorder in reading. Which of the following statements is most likely true about Alex?

a. His father also has a learning disorder in reading.
b. His core deficit is in word recognition.
c. He receives special education services.
d. All of these statements are likely true about Alex.


D

Psychology

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What will be an ideal response?

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Psychology

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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