Sherry Suffered a Concussion in a Car Accident

question 251

Multiple Choice

Sherry suffered a concussion in a car accident. She remembers driving down the road, but she cannot remember how the accident happened. Sherry has been able to form new memories since the accident. Based on this information, Sherry appears to suffer from

• A)retrograde amnesia.
• B)anterograde amnesia.
• C)redintegration syndrome.
• D)false memory syndrome.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Resources

Mental capabilities and capacities a person can draw upon for processing information and solving problems.

Problem Solving

The cognitive process of finding a solution to a complex situation or challenge.

Memory

The ability to store, retain, and subsequently retrieve information when needed.

Automaticity

The ability to perform tasks without occupying the mind with the low-level details, typically resulting from learning, repetition, and practice.