The impaired ability to execute common actions such as tying shoelaces is referred to as
A)apraxia.
B)aphasia.
C)blunted motor functioning.
D)agnosia.

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Apraxia is the impaired ability to execute common actions or movements, despite the person having the desire and physical ability to perform them. Aphasia is a language disorder, blunted motor functioning refers to a decrease in overall motor ability, and agnosia is a difficulty in recognizing familiar objects or people.

The Impaired Ability to Execute Common Actions Such as Tying