Which term refers to the everyday skills people use to live independently and interact with others?

• A. Adaptive Functioning
• B. Developmental Diversity
• C. Down Syndrome
• D. Chromosome 21

Answer: (A)

Adaptive functioning is the everyday skills people use to live independently and interact with others. It covers practical tasks like grooming, dressing, cooking, money management, using transportation, following safety rules, and communicating in social situations. It’s about how well someone can apply their abilities in real life, not just how smart they are on tests. That makes it the best fit because it specifically names the practical, real-world abilities needed for independence and social interaction. The other terms don’t describe these everyday skills: Developmental Diversity isn’t a standard term for daily living abilities; Down Syndrome is a genetic condition; Chromosome 21 refers to the chromosome associated with that condition.