In an Study of Chimpanzees by Boesch-Achermann and Boesch (1993)

question 25

Multiple Choice

In an study of chimpanzees by Boesch-Achermann and Boesch (1993) , parents were observed teaching their offspring how to use tools. What does this finding illustrate about observational research?

• A)it can call into question previously held beliefs (i.e., that such teaching does not occur)
• B)that it can be used to identify the causes of behavior
• C)that when studying animals, subject reactivity is a serious problem
• D)that animals can learn from humans

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