Which of the following is true about language?
a. Any type of communication is a language.
b. All languages involve the making of sounds.
c. Language allows a near infinite number of novel ideas to be communicated.
d. Scientists are surprised that humans evolved to use language, because it probably wasn't very beneficial for our prehistoric ancestors.
Answer is c. Language allows a near infinite number of novel ideas to be communicated.
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