A person diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder listens to a piano piece at a concert. Later at home, the person plays the piano piece without the music and without making a mistake. This behavior is best described as a:

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The behavior described is characteristic of a savant skill, which is a special ability or talent in a specific area that is beyond what is normally expected for a person's age or level of development. This is a relatively rare but well-documented phenomenon in individuals with autism spectrum disorder.

A Person Diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder Listens to a Piano