Mental health and dementiaQuestion 684 of 1700

On a standard IQ test, which score is thought to show an intellectual disability?

  1. Exactly 100
  2. Below 70 to 75
  3. Below 90 to 95
  4. Above 110
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Correct answer: Below 70 to 75

The average IQ score is 100. Scores below 70 to 75 suggest an intellectual disability.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 10.3: Caring for Clients With Developmental Disorders

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026