A character on a TV show wanders into a hospital seeking help because he can't remember who he is or where he is from. If the doctor on the show knows anything about memory, she will diagnose the man with:
A) a concussion
B) retrograde amnesia
C) anterograde amnesia
D) absentmindedness

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Retrograde amnesia is the loss of memory for events that occurred before a traumatic event or injury. In this case, the character on the TV show cannot remember who he is or where he is from, indicating that he has lost a significant portion of his past memories. A concussion can cause memory loss, but it would not necessarily lead to the complete loss of identity and personal history described in the scenario. Anterograde amnesia refers to the inability to form new memories, which does not fit the situation described. Absentmindedness is a mild forgetfulness that does not result in the complete loss of memory.

A Character on a TV Show Wanders into a Hospital