What Percentage of the Population of Those with Autism Is

question 41

Multiple Choice

What percentage of the population of those with autism is thought to be autistic savant?

• A)about 10%
• B)about 25%
• C)about 75%
• D)about 50%

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Definitions:

Emerging Adulthood

The period from the late teenage years extending to the mid-20s in which people are still sorting out their options for the future.

Senescence

The process of aging where cells progressively lose the ability to divide and grow, contributing to the deterioration of bodily functions.

Exploratory Maturation

The process of acquiring new skills and knowledge through active engagement and experimentation, particularly referenced in developmental stages.

Genetically Determined Traits

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