For children with ADHD, the ability to learn is severely because they:

Correct answer: B. act on impulse and cannot concentrate

  • A. are mildly retarded
  • B. act on impulse and cannot concentrate
  • C. must take stimulants which shorten attention span
  • D. are given sedatives which make them listless

Explanation

ADHD commonly disrupts learning because impulsive behaviour and difficulty sustaining attention interfere with following instructions and completing tasks. It is not caused by intellectual disability, sedatives, or stimulant medication shortening attention span.

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