Humankind's Ability to Use __________ Is Generally Agreed to Be

question 25

Multiple Choice

Humankind's ability to use __________ is generally agreed to be what most clearly distinguishes our species from other animals

• A)currency
• B)our thumbs
• C)symbols
• D)technology
• E)none of the above

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Definitions:

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