Scientists who have studied communication in animals have generally concluded that animals can not develop language because:
A) they can not communicate their intentions.
B) their communication does not follow rules.
C) they can not make sounds.
D) they can not generate new combinations of words.

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Animals generally lack the ability to generate new combinations of words or symbols to convey novel ideas or concepts, which is a key aspect of human language.

Scientists Who Have Studied Communication in Animals Have Generally Concluded