A patient suffering from Korsakoff's syndrome,such as "Jimmy G" who is described in your text,would be able to perform which of the following activities without difficulty?
A)Following a story in a book
B)Remembering what he needs to buy when he gets to the grocery store
C)Recognizing people he has recently met
D)Identifying a photograph of his childhood home

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Patients with Korsakoff's syndrome typically have difficulty with forming new memories and recalling past memories. However, they may still be able to recognize familiar faces or places, so identifying a photograph of his childhood home would be possible for the patient. Following a story in a book, remembering what to buy at the grocery store, and recognizing people recently met would be difficult for the patient.

A Patient Suffering from Korsakoff's Syndrome,such as "Jimmy G" Who