One Explanation for the Extraordinary Performances of People with Savant

question 152

Multiple Choice

One explanation for the extraordinary performances of people with savant syndrome is that it results from

• A)intense practice.
• B)a familial intellectual disability.
• C)damage to the right hemisphere of the brain.
• D)chance mutations in their genetic make-up.

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Definitions:

Conspicuous Consumption

The purchase of goods or services for the purpose of displaying wealth or social status, rather than to meet practical needs.

Debt

An amount of money borrowed by one party from another, typically involving repayment of the initial sum plus interest.

Wardrobes

Collections of clothing and accessories that an individual owns, which can reflect personal style, social status, and cultural backgrounds.

Poverty

A socioeconomic condition characterized by a severe lack of financial resources or means of subsistence, leading to inability to meet basic needs like food, shelter, and clothing.