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Question 1

A student with an IEP is suspended for more than 10 cumulative school days. What must the IEP team conduct?

Accepted Answer

A manifestation determination review

Answer

When a removal exceeds 10 school days, the team must hold a manifestation determination review to decide if the behavior was related to the disability.

Question 2

Which federal law specifically prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in programs receiving federal funding?

Accepted Answer

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act

Answer

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 prohibits disability discrimination in any program receiving federal financial assistance.

Question 3

Who is required, at minimum, to be a member of an IEP team under IDEA?

Accepted Answer

The parents, a general education teacher, a special education teacher, and a district representative

Answer

IDEA requires the IEP team to include parents, at least one general education teacher, a special education teacher, and a representative of the district, among others.

Question 4

What is the function of a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP)?

Accepted Answer

To outline strategies to address and reduce challenging behaviors based on an FBA

Answer

A BIP uses findings from a functional behavioral assessment to outline proactive strategies that reduce challenging behaviors and teach replacement skills.

Question 5

At what age must transition planning be addressed in a student's IEP under IDEA?

Accepted Answer

By age 16, or younger if the team determines appropriate

Answer

IDEA requires transition services to be included in the IEP beginning no later than the first IEP in effect when the student turns 16, or younger if appropriate.

(PECT) Special Education PreK-8 Exam Practice Test

(PECT) Special Education PreK-8 Exam Practice Test

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