What is thought to be the prevalence of individuals with ASD and related development disorders, in the U.S.?
A)2.5 million people
B)8.5 million people
C)1.5 million people
D)4.5 million people

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 1 in 54 children in the United States is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), which translates to around 1.5 million individuals. This number includes all individuals with ASD, including those with related developmental disorders such as Asperger's syndrome and pervasive developmental disorder-not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS).

What Is Thought to Be the Prevalence of Individuals with ASD