can mentally retarded people drive,and pass a drivimg test?

Answer 1

Of course no! They are mentally retarded which means they are sometimes unaware of what things they are doing. SO it's impossible for them to drive.

Answer 2

It doesn't matter what types or what levels the mental retardation is. . For the true, mentally challenged; they have a learning disability and won't be able to pass the written driving test and more so, the actual driving test.

Following directions is an impediment. A mentally retarded person has an IQ below 70-75 with the average being 100.Although all persons with mental retardation have significantly impaired mental development, their intellectual level can vary considerably. An estimated 89 percent of all people with retardation have I.Q.s in the 51-70 range. An I.Q. in the 60 to 70 range is approximately the scholastic equivalent to the third grade. Based on this, children can not drive.


Mental retardation entails significant limitations in two or more of the basic skill areas necessary to cope with the requirements of everyday life, e.g. communication, self-care, home living, social skills, community use, self-direction, health and safety, functional academics, leisure, and work.


Although there are significant variations among those with mental retardation, in terms of their ability to function and their skill levels, all have significant limitations in their "effectiveness in meeting the standards of maturation, learning, personal independence, and/or social responsibility that are expected for his or her age level and cultural group".


For instance, an adult with mental retardation may have trouble driving a car, following directions, participating in hobbies or work of any complexity, or behaving in socially appropriate ways.

He or she may have trouble sitting or standing still, or may smile constantly and inappropriately. Limitations in everyday coping skills may be more or less severe, ranging from individuals who can live alone with intermittent support, to individuals who require extensive hands-on assistance and guidance, to individuals who require constant supervision and care.

For most people with mental retardation, limited adaptive skills make ordinary life extremely difficult unless a caring family or social support system exists to provide assistance and structure.

Answer 3

Depends on the level of retardation. I know some fully functional people who can drive and read, but have no concept of money.
I think if they are capable of reading, they should be capable of driving.
Then again, I know some people who are not mentally retarded, but they terrify me when they get behind the wheel of a car, lol.

Answer 4

Some can. Not all retarded people are equally retarded. Many people who are considered mentally retarded medically can still live fully independent lives.

Answer 5

well, i'm not sure, it depends i guess.. but honestly, think it be too way risky for them to do so...