Which of the following is/are correct descriptions about HM's memory post surgery? Answers: a. Can learn new skills and short-term memory is fine b. All of these are correct about HM c. Have difficulty learning new vocabulary d.

Which of the following is/are correct descriptions about HM's memory post surgery? Answers: a. Can learn new skills and short-term memory is fine b. All of these are correct about HM c. Have difficulty learning new vocabulary d.

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Which of the following is/are correct descriptions about HM's memory post surgery?

Answers:	a. Can learn new skills and short-term memory is fine
	b. All of these are correct about HM
	c. Have difficulty learning new vocabulary
	d. Can remember events and facts from earlier life

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