Using data from individually-administered tests,a school psychologist determines that a student has a significant problem with word identification skills.The student is then placed in an intensive phonics program.In this scenario,the decision to place the student in such a program would BEST be referred to as:
A) a diagnostic decision.
B) a screening decision.
C) an evaluative decision.
D) an executive decision.

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The decision to place the student in an intensive phonics program is based on the results of individual tests administered by a school psychologist. This decision is made in order to identify and address the student's significant problem with word identification skills. Therefore, this decision is best referred to as a diagnostic decision.

Using Data from Individually-Administered Tests,a School Psychologist Determines That a Student