A manifestation determination hearing is taking place to decide whether a high school student with a disability should be suspended after hitting another student during gym class. According to federal law, which of the following must be considered during this hearing?

• A. whether the student's disability played a role in the incident
• B. whether the student has been suspended previously
• C. whether the student was provoked during the incident
• D. whether the student's parents support suspension

Answer: (A)