To test whether elephants have a conscious self, researchers marked an "X" on the top of an elephant's trunk with white paint and placed a large mirror in front of the animal. What behavior demonstrates that the elephant had reached the level of self-consciousness?

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Touching the white "X" on itself indicates that the elephant recognizes the reflection as itself, demonstrating self-awareness.

To Test Whether Elephants Have a Conscious Self, Researchers Marked