Several studies have shown that apes can learn to use symbol systems based on manual gestures or visual icons
A) and therefore this demonstrates that apes can be taught language
B) but cannot create new symbols
C) such that they spontaneously develop rules of syntax for symbol use
D) but their language lacks the complexity of human language
E) none of these: apes have not learned to use symbol systems
D
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a. child's father b. child's mother c. child's maternal uncle d. child's maternal aunt
Tiwanaku:
A. engaged in extensive trade with other communities. B. established colonies in other regions to maintain trade. C. used llama caravans to facilitate trade. D. All of the answers are correct. E. A and B above.
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a. Saami b. Navajo c. Tiwi d. Mbuti