Which category refers to a visual impairment with or without correction?

• A. Visually Handicapped
• B. Orthopedically Impaired
• C. Other Health Impairment
• D. Mentally Retarded/Intellectually Disabled

Answer: (A)

A visual impairment with or without correction describes a condition where a student’s vision affects learning, and the impairment remains even when glasses or other corrective devices are used. This category specifically groups students who need supports because vision issues—ranging from partial sight to blindness—impact access to instruction and materials, prompting accommodations like large-print texts, assistive technology, or Braille. The other options target different areas: a physical/motor impairment for the orthopedically impaired, a broad health-condition category for other health issues that affect energy or attention, and an intellectual disability for cognitive functioning, not vision. So the visually handicapped category is the best fit for a vision-related impairment that may or may not be corrected.