Results from studies in which researchers have attempted to teach chimpanzees to use non-verbal language (i.e.,sign language or communication boards)indicate that
A) chimpanzees are incapable of acquiring non-verbal communication.
B) some chimpanzees have appeared to learn many words, and have combined words in appropriate ways.
C) chimpanzees are capable of learning language to a level equivalent to that seen in 10-year-old children.
D) chimpanzees can use non-verbal methods to communicate with other chimps, but not with humans.

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Studies have shown that some chimpanzees have been able to learn a significant number of words through non-verbal communication methods and can combine them in appropriate ways to communicate with humans. However, their language abilities are still not equivalent to that of a 10-year-old child.

Results from Studies in Which Researchers Have Attempted to Teach