A middle school student with Down syndrome is learning to make a sandwich. Which of the following would be the most effective first step?

• A. Breaking down the task into a series of smaller tasks
• B. Showing the student pictures of various types of sandwiches in an easy-to-read cookbook
• C. Taking the student to a grocery store to select ingredients for making a sandwich
• D. Visiting the cafeteria to watch staff members make sandwiches

Answer: (A)