Malcolm, aged 35, is severely depressed. Because of this, he is given electroconvulsive therapy. After treatment, he is sent home and does much better. However, his TV-watching behavior is strange. He thinks that last year's episodes of his favorite series are new. Malcolm is showing signs of __________.

A. anterograde amnesia
B. retrograde amnesia
C. childhood amnesia
D. senile dementia

Answer: B

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