Ethel's Conversation Is Hard to Follow

question 95

Multiple Choice

Ethel's conversation is hard to follow. She doesn't stay on the same topic and there is no transition. Which of the following terms best describes Ethel's speech?

• A) Derailment
• B) Perseveration
• C) Neologisms
• D) Avolition

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