Which of the following is NOT typically a core feature of autism spectrum disorder in education?

• A. Difficulties in social communication/interaction
• B. Restricted/repetitive behaviors
• C. Early onset
• D. High proficiency in social interactions

Answer: (D)

The main idea here is identifying the features that are typically seen in autism spectrum disorder in educational settings. Autism commonly involves difficulties with social communication and interaction, and it also features restricted and repetitive behaviors, with onset in early childhood. The option describing high proficiency in social interactions does not fit these patterns. In education, a hallmark is struggling with social communication and forming reciprocal peer interactions, not excelling at them. So the statement about high proficiency in social interactions is not a typical core feature, making it the correct choice for what is NOT typically observed.