I am understanding here that they are verbal which is not common for Autism. Aspergers is marked by social awkwardness, inability to read non-verbal communication like body language, and even inappropriate social behavior. In my understanding autism and aspergers does not result in reduced IQ - which is what I have interpreted from your description.
I employed two special needs persons as a manager of a Starbucks. The developmentally delayed woman was wonderful at repetitive tasks. The autistic woman however was always ready to perform changing duties and was capable of multitasking including duties that required critical thinking. Both were a pleasure incidentally to have on my staff.
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