Randall has difficulty in using a knife to cut the meat on his plate, cannot manipulate buttons and zippers in dressing himself, and has difficulty in using a telephone. Randall is experiencing difficulty with
A)adaptive behaviors.
B)kinesthetic skills.
C)divergent abilities.
D)basic aptitudes.

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Adaptive behaviors refer to the practical, everyday skills needed to function and meet the demands of one's environment, including self-care, social skills, and physical dexterity. Randall's difficulties with using a knife, manipulating buttons and zippers, and using a telephone are all related to challenges in performing everyday tasks, which are considered adaptive behaviors.

Randall Has Difficulty in Using a Knife to Cut the Meat