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Bushra Althafer
on Dec 01, 2024
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What is FALSE about primate communication?
A) Primates show a level of propositional thought.
B) Even under the most nurturing conditions, primates do not achieve language skills that match the language of a 3-year-old human.
C) Only humans are entitled to the label "linguistic creature."
D) Primates can learn to develop fairly sophisticated syntactical skills.
Propositional Thought
A type of cognition that involves judgments, concepts, and ideas that can be expressed in sentences and propositions.
Primate Communication
The various ways primates, including humans, convey information and interact with each other, such as through vocalizations, facial expressions, and gestures.
- Analyze the linguistic capabilities and limitations of non-human primates.
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Learning Objectives
- Analyze the linguistic capabilities and limitations of non-human primates.