Michael, who has an IQ of 60, is able to do complex calculations in his head, regardless of the size of the numbers. When he is with his family and friends, he does not engage socially; he focuses on his numerical calculations. Which of the following best describes these characteristics?1. Phenylketonuria2. Savant syndrome3. Antisocial personality disorder 4. Down syndrome

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Jacquelyn Meza

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8 May, 18:38

Michael, who has an IQ of 60, is able to do complex calculations in his head, regardless of the size of the numbers. When he is with his family and friends, he does not engage socially; he focuses on his numerical calculations. Which of the following best describes these characteristics?1. Phenylketonuria2. Savant syndrome3. Antisocial personality disorder 4. Down syndrome

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Eduardo · Answer 1

2. Savant syndrome

Explanation:

Savant syndrome -

It is a very rare medical condition.

In this condition, when a person with some mental disabilities have same exceptional abilities more than average, is referred to as the savant syndrome.

The exceptional abilities can be map making, music, calculations etc.

These skills makes the person stand out from rest of the crowd.

Hence, from the given scenario of the question,

The correct answer is 2. Savant syndrome.