In Addition to Claims for Language Abilities in Great Apes

question 137

Multiple Choice

 In addition to claims for language abilities in great apes, which other nonhuman animals might have language abilities?

• A) none
• B) all mammals and some birds
• C) dogs, cats, and other domesticated species
• D) dogs, birds, whales, and dolphins

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