Efforts to teach language to nonhuman primates __________.
A) prove that, with appropriate training, any animal can acquire a vocabulary of several dozen symbols
B) show that, after extensive training, chimpanzees using sign language can produce complex sentences
C) have been completely unsuccessful because animals cannot learn even basic language
D) show that the ability to master a grammatically complex language system is unique to humans

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Research has shown that while some nonhuman primates can learn to use symbols or signs to communicate basic ideas, they do not demonstrate the ability to master the complex grammar and syntax that characterize human language.

Efforts to Teach Language to Nonhuman Primates __________