Zoila shows moderate intellectual disability but has an exceptionally high ability in math. She can ask you what day your birthdate is and tell you immediately what day of the year you were born on. Individuals like Zoila are considered
A. dyslexic.
B. geniuses.
C. savants.
D. gifted.
Answer: C
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