Who of the following is likely to have the most difficult time remembering a person she first met half an hour ago?
A) a mnemonist with Ebbinghaus's syndrome
B) a chronic alcoholic with Korsakoff's syndrome
C) an 11-year-old girl with anorexia nervosa
D) a depressed patient who received electroconvulsive therapy 3 months ago

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Chronic alcoholism with Korsakoff's syndrome is characterized by severe amnesia, especially anterograde amnesia, which makes it difficult to form new memories. This person would likely have the most difficulty remembering someone she met half an hour ago.

Who of the Following Is Likely to Have the Most