What is a functional definition of reading disability? What are the advantages and disadvantages of a functional definition?

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A functional definition refers to students who are limited in performing necessary tasks inside and outside of school because they lack adequate literacy skills. One form of functional definition identifies the lowest achieving readers, the lowest 20%, for instance. A functional definition includes students regardless of cognitive ability but might overlook bright underachievers.

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To ensure participation and high returns on a survey, the optimal number of questions is?

a. ?one b. ?five c. ?ten d. ?twenty

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It is easier to bring about meaningful change in adults than it is in children

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Elementary children's self-images

a. are relatively stable because of their generalized nature. b. are relatively unstable because children are constantly comparing themselves to others. c. include descriptions of their physical attributes but not their emotional characteristics. d. are very limited in scope because of their egocentrism.

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Explain the factors that affect the reported prevalence of giftedness

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