Which of the following statements is not true with regard to sub-Saharan Africa?

A. Many African languages are "tone languages," in which the meaning of a word is determined by the relative pitch at which it is spoken.
B. Sub-Saharan Africa includes several thousand peoples with different religions, social customs, and ways of life, speaking over 700 different languages.
C. Vocalists in Africa often use the pressure drum to accompany themselves.
D. African drummers are among the most sophisticated in the world, producing not only complicated rhythms but a wide range of tone colors and pitches as well.


Answer: C

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