Which of the following is true about PL1?

• A. PL1 is a PSSAR tool used to determine intellectual disabilities.
• B. PL1 is used to assess language development.
• C. PL1 measures memory function.
• D. PL1 assesses motor coordination.

Answer: (A)

PL1 is designed to assess cognitive functioning within the PSSAR framework to determine whether someone meets the criteria for an intellectual disability. It focuses on how a person thinks, learns, and uses information, often relating to general intellectual functioning and adaptive skills that affect daily life. This makes PL1 the appropriate tool when the goal is to identify an intellectual disability and plan supports.

Language development, memory function, and motor coordination are separate domains that would be evaluated with other instruments or assessments. PL1 isn’t meant to measure those areas, which is why it’s the best choice when the question asks about determining intellectual disabilities.