Question

Mel is an adult who can take care of his basic needs, but he requires oversight while he paints and someone to check on his living conditions daily. Which subtype of intellectual disability describes Mel? Group of answer choices
a.mild
b.moderate
c.profound
d.severe

Answer 1

Answer: d)severe

Explanation: Severe intellectual disability is described as the disability in which the person requires a supervision and care from the family for home and social settings.They can perform the daily routine activities normally like taking care of themselves, etc .

Mel is also dealing with the severe intellectual ability in which he can do his daily tasks easily but requires supervision for his living conditions and painting.

Other options are incorrect because mild and moderate intellectual ability persisting people require low amount of supervision for care and support .Profound intellectual ability persisting people require lot of support and cannot live independently.Thus, the correct option is option(d).