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crazycityslicker

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The Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale measures overall cognitive ability.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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In special education, it is clearly understood how to determine intelligence through assessment.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



joshbk44

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Answer to Question 1

False
Explanation: The Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale assesses adaptive behavior, such as daily living skills and socialization, not cognitive ability.

Answer to Question 2

False
Explanation: The measurement of intelligence has been a controversial issue in the educational and psychological assessment for the past several years. While many agree that it exists and its definition is possible, the way in which it is tested is not clear-cut.



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