Many Species of Animals Are Common Resources, and Many Must

question 12

Multiple Choice

Many species of animals are common resources, and many must be protected by law to keep them from extinction. Why is the cow not one of these endangered species even though there is such a high demand for beef?

• A)Cows reproduce at a high rate and have adapted well to their environment.
• B)Public policies protect cows from predators and diseases.
• C)Cows are privately owned, whereas many endangered species are owned by no one.
• D)There is a natural ecological balance between the birth rate of cows and human consumption.

Understand how early life training influences language learning in primates.

Analyze the correlation between brain size, intelligence, and language capability across species.

Recognize the unique challenges and achievements in teaching sign language to primates.

Identify the developmental stages of language in humans and how they manifest.

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