You Might Expect an Anterograde Amnesiac to Be Unable to Do

question 149

Multiple Choice

You might expect an anterograde amnesiac to be unable to do which of the following tasks?

• A) learn to solve a complicated maze
• B) tell you about an event that occurred in his childhood
• C) recall having met his newborn grandchild yesterday
• D) utter a complete sentence

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Definitions:

Throat

The anterior part of the neck, housing the pharynx and vocal cords, and leading to the esophagus and larynx.

Pharynx

The muscular tube that connects the mouth and nasal passages with the esophagus and larynx, serving both respiratory and digestive functions.

Esophagus

The muscular tube connecting the throat (pharynx) with the stomach, responsible for moving swallowed foods and liquids.

Mouth

The opening in the body of most animals through which food is ingested.