Which statement best describes the MDR as described in the material?

• A. It is used when expulsion is contemplated for a student with a disability.
• B. It is used for general education students only.
• C. It is optional.
• D. It occurs after graduation.

Answer: (A)

Manifestation Determination Review is the required process when a student with a disability faces removal from their current placement for behavior that could lead to expulsion or a long-term suspension. The IEP team reviews whether the conduct was a manifestation of the student’s disability or was caused by factors related to the IEP or its implementation. This makes the statement true: the MDR is used when expulsion is contemplated for a student with a disability. It isn’t for general education students only, it isn’t optional, and it doesn’t occur after graduation; it happens during the disciplinary process before a removal decision is finalized, to ensure the student’s rights and needs are considered.