Quiz on Learning Disabilities

What are learning disabilities primarily characterized by?

• Cultural disadvantages

• Neurologically-based processing problems

• Visual impairments

• Emotional disturbances

Which of the following is NOT considered a specific learning disability?

• Dyslexia

• Dyscalculia

• Dysgraphia

• ADHD

What is the term used in Federal law for learning disabilities?

• Specific learning disability

• Learning problem

• Cognitive disability

• Neurological disorder

Which specific learning disability affects a person's ability to understand numbers?

• Dyscalculia

• Dyslexia

• Dysgraphia

• Auditory Processing Disorder

What is a common characteristic of individuals with Non-Verbal Learning Disabilities?

• High verbal skills

• Strong visual-spatial skills

• Excellent motor skills

• Poor reading comprehension

How does Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) affect individuals?

• It affects their ability to write

• It affects their ability to read

• It affects their ability to calculate

• It affects their ability to process sounds

What is the relationship between ADHD and learning disabilities?

• ADHD is a type of learning disability

• ADHD and learning disabilities are unrelated

• 30-50% of children with ADHD also have a learning disability

• ADHD is always diagnosed with a learning disability

Which of the following is a strategy to help individuals with learning disabilities?

• Ignoring their difficulties

• Providing appropriate support and intervention

• Focusing solely on their strengths

• Avoiding academic challenges

What does the term 'hidden disabilities' refer to in the context of learning disabilities?

• Disabilities that only affect academic performance

• Disabilities that are easily diagnosed

• Disabilities that are visible

• Disabilities that are not recognized by others

Which type of memory is NOT mentioned as important for learning?

• Working memory

• Short-term memory

• Long-term memory

• Visual memory