Longitudinal studies of those with ASD have indicated which of the following?
A) that deficits in social communication tend to precede restricted, repetitive behaviors or interests
B) that restricted, repetitive behaviors or interests tend to precede deficits in social communication
C) that deficits in social communication tend to be more long lasting than restricted, repetitive behaviors or interests
D) that deficits in restricted, repetitive behaviors or interests tend to be more long lasting than deficits in social communication

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Longitudinal studies have found that deficits in social communication tend to appear earlier and persist longer than restricted, repetitive behaviors or interests in individuals with ASD. This suggests that targeting interventions towards improving social communication skills early on may lead to better outcomes in the long term.

Longitudinal Studies of Those with ASD Have Indicated Which of the Following