Chloe, a six-year-old, does not make eye contact while talking to others and does not show any facial expressions. She started talking only after she was 4 years old. Chloe remains largely isolated at school and does not mingle with the other children. She regularly flaps her hands and smells and tastes her toys. Identify the neurodevelopmental disorder that Chloe has.
A. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
B. Obsessive-compulsive disorder
C. Autistic spectrum disorder
D. Posttraumatic stress disorder
Answer: C
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