Joaquin was unfortunately raised in a very impoverished environment.His mother was homeless when she was pregnant,and she was malnourished while she carried him.Once he was born,he moved around different foster families and NEVER had any stability or nurturing.What effect can all this have on Joaquin's development?
A) He may be diagnosed with a mild intellectual disability.
B) He may be diagnosed with Down's syndrome.
C) He may be diagnosed with a moderate intellectual ability.
D) He may be diagnosed with a severe intellectual disability.

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Exposure to malnutrition and lack of a stable, nurturing environment during early development can lead to developmental delays or intellectual disabilities. However, the severity can vary widely depending on individual circumstances and interventions received. Down's syndrome, choice B, is a genetic disorder and not caused by environmental factors.

Joaquin Was Unfortunately Raised in a Very Impoverished Environment