Which of the Following Is an Example of Dissociative Amnesia

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of dissociative amnesia?

• A)Carl frequently forgets the names of people he does not like.
• B)Gwen often tries to draw attention by pretending she doesn't remember who she is.
• C)Following a series of personal traumas, Vince could not identify himself or recall his past.
• D)Laura recalls her name and past but not events that have happened since a concussion in May.

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