John Is Unable to Carry on the Most Rudimentary Conversations

question 35

Multiple Choice

John is unable to carry on the most rudimentary conversations. Whenever someone changes the subject he persists on the same topic for several minutes. Eventually, people simply leave him alone, talking to himself. John has

• A)deficits in planning complex behaviors.
• B)perseveration in responding.
• C)fluent aphasia.
• D)disruption of working memory.

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Definitions:

Skeletal Muscle

A type of muscle tissue that is attached to bones and is involved in the movement of the skeleton and posture maintenance.

Muscular System

The biological system consisting of skeletal, smooth, and cardiac muscles, enabling movement of the body and maintenance of vital functions.

Fascicle

A bundle of skeletal muscle fibers surrounded by connective tissue, forming part of a muscle.

Skeletal Muscle

A variety of muscle tissue connected to the skeletal system, which facilitates the intentional movements of the body.