There are two statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Mark your answer as per the options given below.

Assertion: Specific learning disorder gets manifested during early school years and the individual encounters problems in basic skills in reading, writing and/or mathematics.

Reasoning: Individuals suffering from specific learning disorders may not be able to reach acceptable performance levels despite additional efforts.

Assertion (A) is true but Reasoning (R) is not correct.

In case of specific learning disorder, the individual experiences difficulty in perceiving or processing information efficiently and accurately. These get manifested during early school years and the individual encounters problems in basic skills in reading, writing and/or mathematics. The affected child tends to perform below average for her/his age. However, individuals may be able to reach acceptable performance levels with additional inputs and efforts. Specific learning disorder is likely to impair functioning and performance in activities/ occupations dependent on the related skills.