Which of the following statements describes the major difference between Pick's disease and _________________?
A) Pick's disease is brought on by exposure to toxic substances while Alzheimer's is not.
B) Individual's with Pick's disease experience memory loss earlier than individuals with Alzheimer's disease
C) Individuals with Pick's disease undergo personality changes before they begin to have memory problems while individuals with Alzheimer's experience memory problems first.
D) Pick's disease affects the cerebral cortex whileAlzheimer's disease does not.

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The major difference between Pick's disease and Alzheimer's disease is that individuals with Pick's disease undergo personality changes before they begin to have memory problems while individuals with Alzheimer's experience memory problems first. Choice A is incorrect because both diseases are not necessarily brought on by exposure to toxic substances. Choice B is incorrect because it is not always true that individuals with Pick's disease experience memory loss earlier than those with Alzheimer's disease. Choice D is incorrect because both diseases can affect the cerebral cortex.

Which of the Following Statements Describes the Major Difference Between