Which of the following disorders provides the most contradictory evidence regarding the nature of intelligence?

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Savant syndrome involves individuals who have a remarkable talent or ability in a particular area (such as music, math, or art) despite having significant intellectual or developmental disabilities. This contradicts traditional conceptions of intelligence which suggest that individuals with lower IQs or cognitive impairments would not be able to excel in these areas. However, it is only a small subset of individuals with intellectual disabilities that exhibit savant syndrome, so it does not necessarily challenge broader ideas about the nature of intelligence.

Which of the Following Disorders Provides the Most Contradictory Evidence