A soldier was injured when a mortar exploded next to him. Although he recovered from his wounds, he is not able to recall information from years ago. What term is used to describe this soldier's condition?

a. retroactive amnesia
b. retrograde amnesia
c. proactive amnesia
d. anteretrograde amnesia


b

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What will be an ideal response?

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