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If under eighteen (18) years of age, signature of a parent or legal guardian is required.  \n10","cbCaieaooMeWZpnL","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaieaooMeWZpnL","pdf",1317280,48,"English","# Disabilities and the Law\n## ADA (1990), 504 (1973), IDEA\n## Eligibility and documentation requirements\n# Request for Testing Accommodation Forms\n## Checklist for candidates and examiners\n## Accommodation areas (emotional/mental health, physical/chronic health, ADHD, learning/cognitive)\n## Testing Accommodations Appeal Form\n# Development of Forms\n## 2004 new original forms and piloting\n# Who Is an Advocate?\n## Advocate responsibilities and scenarios\n# All Forms\n## Candidate and parent/guardian signature requirements","[{\"question\":\"What do ADA, Section 504, and IDEA require regarding discrimination and services?\",\"answer\":\"ADA prohibits discrimination in employment or public services, and Section 504 prohibits discrimination in programs receiving federal funds. 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