Research on Language Use in Apes Indicates That Apes Do

question 242

Multiple Choice

Research on language use in apes indicates that apes do NOT have limitations in:

• A)vocabulary.
• B)passive understanding relative to active use.
• C)understanding of grammar.
• D)conceptual repertoire.

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Definitions:

Dual Processing

The principle that our minds operate on two different levels simultaneously: automatic, unconscious processing and conscious, deliberate processing.

Evolutionary Psychologists

Scientists who study the psychological adaptations of humans to the changing physical and social environment, often focusing on how evolution has shaped the mind and behavior.

Behaviorists

Psychologists who focus on observable behaviors and the ways in which environment determines behavior, excluding mental processes.

Cognitive Neuroscientists

Scientists who specialize in studying the neural mechanisms underlying cognition, including thoughts, memories, and language.