One feature of language is that it allows us to lie; if we all lie people will ignore what everyone says. What is the problem with this from the point of view of language evolution?
A) Language could not be used to maintain such large groups
B) It would cause conflict between individuals
C) People could no longer make promises
D) Language will not be evolutionarily stable
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