Which of these is characteristic of Williams syndrome?
A)Cross-modal perception, such as seeing the letter A as red, or Tuesday as a buzzing sound
B)Nearly normal speech understanding despite impaired speech production
C)Surprisingly good language despite low overall intelligence
D)Frequent unprovoked shouting of loud sounds and vulgar words

Question

Which of these is characteristic of Williams syndrome?​
A)Cross-modal perception, such as seeing the letter A as red, or Tuesday as a buzzing sound
B)​Nearly normal speech understanding despite impaired speech production
C)​Surprisingly good language despite low overall intelligence
D)​Frequent unprovoked shouting of loud sounds and vulgar words

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Williams syndrome is characterized by a relatively preserved or even strong language ability despite general cognitive deficits. Individuals with Williams syndrome often have low overall intelligence but demonstrate a surprising proficiency in language and social interactions.

Which of These Is Characteristic of Williams Syndrome?​

Which of These Is Characteristic of Williams Syndrome?