All of the following are criteria for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) EXCEPT:

Question

a. restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior or interests.
b. an Intelligence Quotient of 70 or less.
c. lack of social communication and social interaction.
d. early onset of symptoms

Answer 1

The correct answer is b. an Intelligence Quotient of 70 or less.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can occur in individuals with a wide range of intellectual abilities, including those with average or above-average intelligence. The other options listed (restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior, lack of social communication and interaction, and early onset of symptoms) are established criteria for diagnosing ASD.