The text states that there has been a gradual evolution in how mental retardation is regarded. In general, what change is at the center of that evolution in thinking?
A) Today, each person is considered to be more an individual with specific needs for accommodations.
B) Today, mental retardation is considered to be a biological, rather than a psychological, disability.
C) Today, mental retardation is diagnosed according to a person's IQ score, rather than to an assessment of that person's abilities.
D) Today, people understand that individuals with mental retardation cannot be expected to achieve at the same levels as people who do not have intellectual disabilities.

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The gradual evolution in thinking about mental retardation has shifted towards individualism, where each person is considered to have specific needs for accommodation based on their abilities and challenges. This is because it has become clear that mental retardation and intellectual disabilities are not one-size-fits-all, and that tailored support is more effective.

The Text States That There Has Been a Gradual Evolution