The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA; Public Law 104-446) mandates ____.
A) segregated education for children with special needs
B) the use of IQ tests for assessing children
C) standardized programs for children identified as special needs
D) education in the least restrictive environment possible

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The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) mandates education in the least restrictive environment possible, meaning that children with disabilities should be educated alongside their non-disabled peers to the greatest extent possible. This is intended to ensure that children with disabilities have access to the same educational opportunities as their peers without disabilities. IDEA also mandates individualized education programs (IEPs) for children with disabilities and requires that schools provide accommodations and support services to help these children succeed academically. A and B are incorrect as IDEA requires that children with disabilities be educated alongside their non-disabled peers to the greatest extent possible, and it does not mandate the use of IQ tests for assessing children. C is also incorrect as IDEA requires individualized education programs (IEPs) for children with disabilities, which should be tailored to meet the needs of each individual child.