Terrence has a very low IQ and has difficulty with simple everyday tasks, but he can recite long passages of complex poetry and knows every make and model of car ever produced in North America. Which of the following terms would fit Terrence best?

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Terrence fits the description of a savant, which is someone with a mental or developmental disability who possesses exceptional skills, usually in a specific area. In Terrence's case, he has difficulty with everyday tasks but has remarkable knowledge of poetry and cars.

Terrence Has a Very Low IQ and Has Difficulty with Simple