Regarding those individuals who are intellectually disabled, which of the following statements is FALSE?
A)Intellectual disability begins at an IQ of approximately 70 or below.
B)Support from others during childhood adds greatly to an intellectually disabled person's chances of becoming a well-adjusted member of society.
C)Intellectually disabled persons have no handicap where feelings are concerned.
D)A person's ability to perform adaptive behaviors, such as dressing, eating, communicating, shopping, and working, is considered less important in evaluating an intellectual disability than the IQ level.

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The statement D is false because a person's ability to perform adaptive behaviors is considered very important in evaluating an intellectual disability, alongside IQ level. Adaptive behaviors are crucial for determining the level of support an individual may need in their daily life.

Regarding Those Individuals Who Are Intellectually Disabled, Which of the Following