The ability to perform "computer-like" mathematical calculations and other incredible skills that are sometimes associated with individuals with autism (such as seen in the character in the movie Rain Man) are
A. not typical of the disorder.
B. a defining symptom of the disorder.
C. fairly common but not present in every autistic individual.
D. a complete myth and not possible for any autistic individual.
Answer: A
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