Which of the following is an example of cultural transmission among nonhuman animals?

A) Chimpanzees can use different tools for different purposes.
B) Black bears can sort pictures into animal and nonanimal categories.
C) Pigeons have been found to be able to form concepts.
D) Apes have been found to anticipate the actions of others.

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Final Answer : A, Explanation :  Cultural transmission refers to the passing on of learned behaviors and knowledge from one individual to another within a culture. Chimpanzees have been observed using different tools for different purposes, such as using a stick to retrieve food from a tree or using a rock to crack open a nut. This behavior is not innate and must be learned from others within the social group, making it an example of cultural transmission. The other options listed involve cognitive abilities and do not necessarily involve the passing on of learned behaviors within a culture.

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