Which Statement About Communication Among Nonhuman Primates Is False

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which statement about communication among nonhuman primates is false?

• A) Gorillas use calls and facial expressions to communicate.
• B) Nonhuman primate call systems are inflexible.
• C) Nonhuman primates use closed systems of communication.
• D) Animal call systems are based on tradition and not genetics.
• E) Communication among primates is more complex than scientists used to think.

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