Ohio Assessments for Educators (OAE) Special Education Practice Exam

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Which term is a general label for individuals with auditory system malfunctions?

Hearing impaired
Deaf
Hard of hearing
Auditory processing disorder

The correct answer is: Hearing impaired

The term "hearing impaired" serves as a broad classification for individuals with any degree of hearing loss, encompassing a range of conditions from mild to profound. This label is inclusive and applies to individuals who may be classified as either deaf or hard of hearing, indicating that they experience difficulties with hearing but may still retain some level of auditory perception. Using "hearing impaired" is advantageous in contexts like education and advocacy where a unifying term is beneficial for discussing policies, resources, and support systems that address the needs of all individuals affected by auditory system malfunctions. Other terms, such as "deaf" and "hard of hearing," while they describe specific subsets of hearing loss, do not capture the full spectrum. "Auditory processing disorder" refers to a specific condition affecting how the brain processes auditory information, rather than a general classification of hearing ability, making "hearing impaired" the most accurate term for a general label in this context.