Which is the correct diagnostic label for each child? (1) failing in school, and has a very low IQ; (2) failing in school and has an average or above average IQ.
A) (1) intellectually disabled; (2) specific learning disorder
B) (1) specific learning disorder; (2) intellectually disabled
C) (1 & 2) in both cases, specific learning disorder
D) (1 & 2) in both cases, intellectually disabled

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For (1), a very low IQ and failing in school suggest intellectual disability. For (2), an average or above average IQ but failing in school suggests a specific learning disorder, as the difficulties are specific to learning and not due to overall intellectual functioning.

Which Is the Correct Diagnostic Label for Each Child? (1)