Christopher is severely autistic, with an extremely limited ability to speak or interact with others. Yet he has the ability to draw complex pictures from memory-even of objects he has seen only once. On this basis, Christopher would best be described as having
A) a high degree of practical intelligence.
B) fragile X syndrome.
C) naturalist intelligence.
D) savant syndrome.

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Christopher's ability to draw complex pictures from memory despite his severe autism is a characteristic commonly associated with savant syndrome. Savant syndrome refers to individuals who have an exceptional talent or ability in a specific area (such as music, art, or math) despite having other significant cognitive or developmental deficits, such as autism.

Christopher Is Severely Autistic, with an Extremely Limited Ability to Speak