This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pediatrics
Absence–seizures are seen in – 
Select and explain. 
A. Ground mal epilepsy, B. Myoclonic epilepsy, C. Petitmal epilepsy, D. Hyperkinetic child
C: Petitmal epilepsy
Answer: C: Petitmal epilepsy 
Explanation: Absence seizures are also called petitmal or minor epilepsy.
Generalized tonic clonic seizures (GTCS) are also called grand mal or major epilepsy.
Complex partial seizures are also called temporal lobe epilepsy or Psychomotor epilepsy.
Simple partial seizures are also called cortical focal epilepsy.