Which of the following interpretations is consistent with results of many studies to teach human language to animals?
A)Animals cannot learn to associate words,signs,and symbols with specific meanings.
B)Animals are capable of learning human language,but are resistant to training.
C)Animals do not appear to use syntax or create new words or phrases
D)When trained from birth,animals can learn language just as easily as a human child.

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Many studies have shown that while animals can learn to associate words, signs, and symbols with specific meanings, they do not appear to use syntax or create new words or phrases like humans do. This indicates a fundamental difference in language abilities between humans and animals.

Which of the Following Interpretations Is Consistent with Results of Many