H.M. lived with anterograde amnesia. Given the description of his condition in the textbook, what would have been the hardest thing for patient H.M. to do?
A. Form memories of new experiences
B. Recognize that he has a memory problem
C. Speak fluently
D. Recall details of his childhood
Answer: A
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