Question

In individuals with learning disabilities, the gap between potential and performance is often due to:

• A. Laziness
• B. External distractions
• C. Underlying processing deficits
• D. Lack of motivation

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Underlying processing deficits

• Learning disabilities result from deficits in how the brain processes information, creating a gap between what the person is capable of achieving and their performance.