What is the difference between a prodigy and a person with savant syndrome?

a. The prodigy is a label reserved for adults, while a savant is a label reserved for children
b. The prodigy is usually of normal overall intelligence, while the savant is usually of below-average intelligence.
c. The savant is usually of normal overall intelligence, while the prodigy is usually of below-average intelligence.
d. The savant is a label reserved for adults, while a prodigy is a label reserved for children.


Answer: B

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