The DSM-IV criteria for intellectual disability are an IQ of approximately
A) 70 or below and onset prior to age 18.
B) 70 or below, deficits in adaptive functioning, and onset prior to age 18.
C) 60 or below, deficits in communication, and onset prior to age 18.
D) 65 or below and deficits in adaptive functioning.

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The DSM-IV criteria for intellectual disability require an IQ score of approximately 70 or below, deficits in adaptive functioning, and onset prior to age 18. Choice A is close, but it is missing the requirement for deficits in adaptive functioning. Choice C is incorrect because it specifies deficits in communication rather than adaptive functioning, and the IQ score is lower than required. Choice D is incorrect because it specifies a slightly lower IQ score and does not include the requirement for deficits in adaptive functioning.

The DSM-IV Criteria for Intellectual Disability Are an IQ of Approximately