Question

Dave took an intelligence test and received an IQ score of 62. He was classified as intellectually disabled. Of the following, which is the best-informed reaction to Dave's classification?

a) It will be important to look also at Dave’s adaptive skills.
b) Dave was correctly classified.
c) The classification is incorrect because Dave's IQ is in the normal range.
d) The classification is invalid because measurement of IQ is irrelevant.

Answer 1

Of the following, the one which is the best-informed reaction to Dave's classification is:

a) It will be important to look also at Dave’s adaptive skills.

Step-by-step explanation:

Even though an IQ of 62 can be considered below average, the classification of David as intellectually disabled can only be confirmed after assessing his adaptive skills. Adaptive skills are practical, every day skills necessary to take care of oneself and to function in one's environment. They include actions such as understanding verbal and non-verbal communication, getting dressed, bathing, problem solving, etc.