In the population of persons with intellectual disabilities, prevalence figures are difficult to accurately pinpoint because of all of the following factors EXCEPT
A) all social classes show similar prevalence rates..
B) different IQ cut- off points are used.
C) gender differences.
D) different methods of gathering data are used.
E) adaptive behaviour definitions differ.

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The prevalence of intellectual disabilities does not significantly vary across different social classes, making this factor not a reason for the difficulty in accurately pinpointing prevalence figures. Other factors, such as varying IQ cut-off points, gender differences, different data gathering methods, and differing definitions of adaptive behavior, contribute to the challenge in accurately determining prevalence rates.

In the Population of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities, Prevalence Figures