Understanding the Question: Problems in Seeing and Hearing in Children

The question asks us to evaluate two statements and determine which one best describes problems related to seeing and hearing in children. Statement I talks about visual impairment, which is a problem with seeing. Statement II talks about concentration, which is a cognitive ability.

Analyzing Statement I: Blindness or Visual Impairment Estimates

Statement I says:

About 13 percent of children under the age of 18 are estimated to be blind or visually impaired.

This statement directly addresses a problem related to "seeing" in children: blindness or visual impairment. While the exact percentage might be an estimate, the statement describes a significant issue affecting children's vision. Visual impairment is a well-recognized health problem in pediatric populations.

Analyzing Statement II: Concentration by Age 3

Statement II says:

By age 3, children can concentrate better.

This statement discusses the development of concentration skills in children. Concentration is a cognitive function and part of developmental milestones. It is not directly related to problems with "seeing" or "hearing". While concentration can be affected by visual or auditory problems, Statement II itself only describes an improvement in concentration ability as children age, not a problem with sensing.

Comparing the Statements to the Question

The question asks about "problems of seeing and hearing".

• Statement I describes visual impairment, which is a problem of seeing.
• Statement II describes an improvement in concentration, which is a cognitive development, not a problem of seeing or hearing.

Therefore, only Statement I directly addresses a problem relevant to the question's focus on seeing and hearing difficulties in children.

Conclusion

Based on the analysis, Statement I describes a problem related to seeing (visual impairment) in children. Statement II describes a developmental aspect of concentration, which is not a problem of seeing or hearing. Thus, only Statement I is relevant to the question about problems of seeing and hearing in children.