Which of the following statements concerning the ability of animals to acquire language is false?

A) some language-like skills have been taught to a number of species
B) questions remain concerning whether the language-like behaviour of animals demonstrate all the critical properties of language
C) animals have never shown behaviour that suggests an understanding of grammatical rules
D) the ability to use language - in a very basic, primitive way - may not be entirely unique to humans

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Carlos Pinto · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  Animals have shown limited abilities to understand grammatical rules or syntax, such as the use of word order, but they have not demonstrated a full understanding of the complex rules of human language.

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