Why are boys more likely than girls to be identified as having ADHD?
a. Girls are genetically wired to be calmer in complex social situations such as school.
b. Teachers are more likely to view male students as "problems" they would like to remove from their classroom. c. Boys are genetically predisposed to attention and hyperactivity, making them more prone to ADHD.
d. Girls are more likely to display inattention without hyperactivity, making them easier to overlook.
ANSWER: d
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