Ethan,a 10-Year-Old with Autism Spectrum Disorder,is Engaged in the Extremely

question 24

Multiple Choice

Ethan,a 10-year-old with autism spectrum disorder,is engaged in the extremely limited preoccupation of learning all models of cars ever made by Ford.A possible factor contributing toward this "ritualistic" behavior is ____.

• A)a failure to develop a normal theory of mind
• B)a general dysfunction in sensory networks
• C)slow development of language skills
• D)a low level of energy

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Definitions:

Allele Frequencies

Allele frequencies encompass the proportion of different versions of a gene present within a population's gene pool.

Coastal Populations

Human or animal communities that reside along coastlines, often adapting to unique environmental conditions and resources.

Genetic Drift

A mechanism of evolution that involves random changes in the frequency of alleles within a population over time, independent of natural selection.