What is the primary purpose of the Denver Developmental Screening Test II?

• A. Identify children with developmental delay
• B. Measure IQ
• C. Assess sensory integration
• D. Evaluate academic readiness

Answer: (A)

The main idea here is that the Denver Developmental Screening Test II is a quick screening tool used to flag children who may have developmental delays. It looks across four domains—personal-social, fine motor-adaptive, language, and gross motor—comparing a child’s observed skills to age-expected milestones. It’s intended to identify potential delays so that a child can be referred for a more comprehensive evaluation if needed. It is not designed to measure IQ, assess sensory integration, or determine academic readiness. A pass doesn’t guarantee typical development, and a fail means the child should undergo further assessment.