Mel is an adult who can take care of his basic needs, but he requires oversight while he paints and someone to check on his living conditions daily. which subtype of intellectual disability describes mel? mild moderate profound severe

Since Mel is able to care for his basic needs independently, it would be considered that he has a mild intellectual disability.  A person with a mild intellectual disability has an IQ score between 55-69.  Even though he is able to care for his basic needs, he still needs some help with daily living skills and someone to make sure his needs are being met.