Which of the Following Statements Concerning the Ability of Animals

question 117

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning the ability of animals to acquire language is false?

• A)The ability to use language-in a very basic, primitive way-may not be entirely unique to humans.
• B)Animals have never shown behaviour that suggests an understanding of grammatical rules.
• C)Questions remain concerning whether the language-like behaviour of animals demonstrates all the critical properties of language.
• D)Some language-like skills have been taught to a number of species.

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Definitions:

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter involved in many functions, including reward, motivation, memory, attention, and even regulating body movements.

Norepinephrine

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Cerebellum

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