WEST-E Special Education Practice Test

Which of the following is considered a low-incidence disability that requires extensive support in multiple life activities?

1. Learning Disabilities

2. Giftedness

3. Deaf-Blindness

4. Behavioral Disorders

The correct answer is: Deaf-Blindness

C. Deaf-Blindness is recognized as a low-incidence disability characterized by the dual sensory impairments of both hearing and vision. Individuals with deaf-blindness face significant challenges in communication, mobility, and access to information. Because both senses are affected, these individuals often require extensive support to participate in various life activities such as education, social interactions, and independent living skills. Moreover, services for individuals with deaf-blindness typically involve a collaborative and specialized approach, integrating techniques that address their unique needs in multiple areas, including health, education, and socialization. This support often encompasses tailored learning strategies, assistive technology, and consistent use of tactile and visual communication methods to facilitate interaction and understanding in their environment. In contrast, learning disabilities, giftedness, and behavioral disorders generally involve different types of challenges and supports that do not necessarily warrant the same level of extensive support across multiple life activities as observed in deaf-blindness.