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In Law / College | 2025-07-07

What is meant by "Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE)"? Select all that apply.
A. Parents are able to choose the educational environment that best meets their child's needs if that educational institution is receiving federal funds.
B. Students with disabilities are entitled to a free education (paid for by the government) with appropriate services to meet their learning needs, supervised by the public school.
C. Parents of children with disabilities do not need to pay for related services such as speech therapy, occupational therapy, or transportation if these services are deemed appropriate.

Asked by kalie0327

Answer (2)

FAPE stands for Free and Appropriate Public Education, which ensures that students with disabilities receive a free education tailored to their needs. It includes necessary related services without cost to parents. Options B and C correctly represent the components of FAPE, while A is only partially true. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-07

FAPE stands for Free and Appropriate Public Education, ensuring students with disabilities receive a free education tailored to their needs, including necessary services without cost to parents. Options B and C describe the components of FAPE accurately, while option A is only partially correct. Therefore, the selected options are B and C.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-15