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Below you will find the definition for the term "Disability" and how it is related to braille, visual impairments and blindness.

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Disability
In general, this term refers to any condition that limits normal activities of daily living. Various public and private organizations may have more narrowly defined definitions that qualify an individual for certain benefits.

In the field of blindness, visual acuity is the standard by which presence and degree of disability are determined.


 
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