Question

Immortalized in the movie Rain Man, Dustin Hoffman's character performs mind-boggling feats of mathematical calculations yet cannot perform the simplest of tasks such as determining how much change he would receive when buying a candy bar. This is known as _____.

Answer 1

Savant Syndrome is a medical condition which can be able to do mind-boggling mathematical calculations but cannot perform the simple tasks.

Explanation:

Savant Syndrome is a mental disability which is in excess of average generally related to memory. It can be rapid calculation, artistic skills, music skills or map making. It is present in a one special human. Savant syndrome was recognized by Dr.J.Langdon.

Savant skills are found in these areas memory, art, arithmetic, musical, or spatial skills. Most common skill is calculation the day of the week of date or recall memories from any date.