You are teaching a class on adaptive athletes and are asked to discuss Asperger's syndrome. Which of the following statements is an appropriate response?

a. "Asperger's syndrome is a condition manifested by a standard group of symptoms, including physical impairments."
b. "Asperger's syndrome is an autism spectrum disorder in which the person may be fearful in unfamiliar environments."
c. "Asperger's syndrome implies that the person has no difficulty participating in normal day-to-day activities but may have difficulty with long-range planning."
d. "Individuals with Asperger's syndrome are less likely to come in contact with rescuers than are members of the general population."


Answer: b

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