Which of these statements accurately describes the use of language by apes?

A. Only chimpanzees can learn American Sign Language.
B. Apes use American Sign Language in the wild.
C. Apes cannot be taught to use American Sign Language.
D. Apes can learn American Sign Language and have shown the capacity for cultural transmission, productivity, and displacement.
E. Only humans are capable of learning and using language.


Answer: D

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