A teacher notices a child who rarely initiates peer interactions and often plays alone. Before making a referral, the most appropriate initial assessment step is to:
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A
Immediately notify parents that the child may have autism spectrum disorder
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B
Conduct systematic observation using a social skills checklist across multiple settings and days
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C
Separate the child from peers to reduce social pressure
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D
Assign the child a buddy partner for all activities immediately