Some researchers think that autism is due to

A) impairment in an innate, core brain function that leaves the child unable to detect others' mental states.
B) mercury commonly found in recommended childhood vaccinations.
C) mutations in the child's genetic code, usually inherited through the father's genes.
D) a diet during the prenatal period and the first year that was lacking in essential vitamins and proteins.

Answer: A

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