Which Statement Is NOT a Scientifically Supported Example of How

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Multiple Choice

Which statement is NOT a scientifically supported example of how sensation and perception have specialized in certain species?

• A) Elephants are suited to hear low-frequency sounds indicative of the approach of a rival.
• B) Humans can discriminate between colors to differentiate levels of ripeness of fruit.
• C) Insect ears are tuned to hear high-frequency sounds like those of another nearby bug.
• D) Some people can perceive the presence of ghosts that can't be sensed by others.

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