A female child is diagnosed with autism. Later, as an adult, she is unable to hold a job and has very limited communication skills. Her case is:
A) very rare; most people diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder are males, and their symptoms usually diminish substantially by early adulthood.
B) uncommon; most people diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder are males, and their symptoms usually remain severe into adulthood.
C) uncommon; most people diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder are females, and their symptoms usually diminish substantially by early adulthood.
D) common; most people diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder are females, and their symptoms usually remain severe into adulthood.
Ans: B) uncommon; most people diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder are males, and their symptoms usually remain severe into adulthood.
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