### Question
What does self-determination activities mean?


### Answer
**Self-determination activities** has the following meaning in *42 U.S.C. § 15002*:

> activities that result in individuals with developmental disabilities, with appropriate assistance, having—


(A) the ability and opportunity to communicate and make personal decisions

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 15002*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 144-DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES ASSISTANCE AND BILL OF RIGHTS > SUBCHAPTER I-PROGRAMS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES > Part A-General Provisions**

