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Phipps, Patricia M. – Academic Therapy, 1982
The school records of 40 boys and 20 girls placed in special education programs (for learning disabled, educable retarded, or behavior disordered) were examined to compare reasons for referral and placement. Results indicated that boys were more likely to be referred for behavior problems or behavior and academic problems. (DB)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Behavior Problems, Decision Making, Mild Disabilities
