Which of the following best describes dyscalculia?

A. Difficulty in reading skills. This describes dyslexia, a learning disorder characterized by challenges in reading, spelling, and phonemic awareness. Individuals with dyslexia may struggle with word recognition, reading fluency, and comprehension, but their math skills may remain unaffected. B. Difficulty in fine motor skills. This describes dyspraxia (developmental coordination disorder), which affects motor planning and coordination rather than numerical skills. Individuals with dyspraxia may struggle with writing, buttoning clothes, or other tasks requiring precise hand movements. C. Difficulty in math skills. Dyscalculia is a specific learning disability in mathematics, affecting number sense, calculations, problem-solving, and understanding mathematical concepts. It is linked to difficulties in basic arithmetic, number sequencing, and spatial reasoning, often unrelated to intelligence or overall cognitive ability. D. Difficulty in writing. This describes dysgraphia, a learning disorder that impairs handwriting, spelling, and written expression. Individuals with dysgraphia may have poor letter formation, inconsistent spacing, and difficulty organizing thoughts on paper, but their math abilities may not be affected.