Which among the following statements is false with regard to people with hearing impairment?

Question

Question

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MP Mahila Supervisor Official Paper (Held on: 28 Mar, 2017 Shift 1)

It is believed that some amount of residual hearing is present in all people with hearing impairment
Hearing impairment automatically leads to inability to speak
Early detection of hearing loss and training is essential to help the child make use of whatever hearing he has to help him develop communication skills
Hearing impairment has a wide range of gradation- from profound to a partial hearing loss

Answer 1

Hearing impairment refers to a partial or total inability to hear, which can range from mild to profound.

Key Points

The first statement is true, as research suggests that most individuals with hearing impairment have some degree of residual hearing, which can be used effectively with amplification devices and auditory training.
The third statement is also true, emphasizing the importance of early detection and intervention in developing communication skills.
The fourth statement is correct, as hearing loss varies in severity from mild, moderate, severe, to profound, affecting individuals differently.

Thus, the false statement regarding people with hearing impairment is "Hearing impairment automatically leads to an inability to speak."

Hint

Hearing impairment does not necessarily mean that a person will be unable to speak. Speech development depends on multiple factors, including the degree of hearing loss, early intervention, access to speech therapy, and the use of assistive devices like hearing aids or cochlear implants.