Sandra has significantly below average intelligence,but is able to tell you the exact day of the week for any given day in any given year as well as knowing all the zip codes and area codes in the United States.She has
A)pseudo-giftedness.
B)a schizotypal personality.
C)Klinefelter's syndrome.
D)savant syndrome.

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Sandra's ability to accurately determine the day of the week for any given date and her vast knowledge of zip codes and area codes are both examples of savant syndrome. This is a condition in which an individual with a developmental disorder, such as intellectual disability, exhibits exceptional skills or abilities in a specific area. Therefore, the best choice is D.

Sandra Has Significantly Below Average Intelligence,but Is Able to Tell