In the discussion of the evolution of language, the continuity position holds that:
A) there is no distinction between language and other forms of animal communication
B) language evolved gradually in a series of steps
C) language evolved abruptly, in a single step
D) language evolved even though it did not have survival value initially

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The continuity position argues that language evolved gradually in a series of steps rather than abruptly in a single step. This position also acknowledges that there are similarities between human language and other forms of animal communication, but argues that language is unique in its complexity and expressiveness.

In the Discussion of the Evolution of Language, the Continuity