Research in Which Chimpanzees Are Trained to Use Language Reveals

question 95

Multiple Choice

Research in which chimpanzees are trained to use language reveals all of the following except that

• A)chimpanzees can be taught to communicate using gestures.
• B)chimpanzees can communicate using plastic chips as words.
• C)chimpanzees cannot master anything beyond the simplest of grammatical rules.
• D)acquisition of language by humans need not involve any innate mechanisms.

Apprehend the significance of comparative cognition and cross-cultural research in psychology.

Understand the historical development and foundational concepts of intelligence testing.

Recognize the standard requirements for any scientifically acceptable test: standardization, reliability, and validity.

Distinguish between various intelligence tests and their unique contributions and limitations.

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