The major difference between the DSM-IV system of classification of levels of intellectual disability and the American Association on Intellectual Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD)system is that the AAIDD system is based on ___________.
A) abilities
B) disabilities
C) IQ
D) support required

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The DSM-IV system of classification of levels of intellectual disability is based on IQ scores, while the AAIDD system is based on the amount of support required for an individual to function in their daily life. Therefore, the best choice is D, as the AAIDD system places less emphasis on IQ and more on the practical needs of the individual.

The Major Difference Between the DSM-IV System of Classification of Levels