When told to read aloud the non-word "dat" in a class game,Gerry fixated on the word for a long time before responding with the word "cat." Which disorder is Gerry most likely exhibiting?
A)agnosia
B)Wernicke's aphasia
C)dyslexia
D)Broca's aphasia

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Dyslexia is a reading disorder that can cause difficulty with phonological processing, which is the ability to recognize and manipulate sounds in language. Gerry's fixation on the non-word "dat" and subsequent response of "cat" suggests he may have difficulty with phonological processing, which is a common symptom of dyslexia. The other disorders listed, agnosia, Wernicke's aphasia, and Broca's aphasia, do not typically affect phonological processing or reading ability.

When Told to Read Aloud the Non-Word "Dat" in a Class