At the current time, which statement is TRUE about our knowledge of whether animals can use humanlike language?
A) It has been clearly shown that animals cannot use humanlike language.
B) All animal communication is instinctual and, thus, is not language.
C) Only primates, like monkeys and chimps, show any sign of language-like behavior.
D) It is still unclear whether animals can use humanlike language at any level of development.

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While some animals, like primates, have shown some language-like behavior, it is still unclear whether any animal can use humanlike language at any level of development. Ongoing research and study may give us a clearer answer in the future, but at the current time, D is the most accurate statement.

At the Current Time, Which Statement Is TRUE About Our