Which statement about language lateralization in monkeys is true?
A) Similar to humans, monkeys show a preference for using the right ear (which has connects to the contralateral side) to listen to vocalizations of conspecifics.
B) Only chimps (not monkeys) show a preference for using the right ear (which has connects to the contralateral side) to listen to vocalizations of conspecifics.
C) Unlike humans, monkeys show a reverse pattern language lateralization; with a left ear advantage.
D) Unlike humans, monkeys show no preference for using either ear to listen to vocalizations of conspecifics.

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Studies have shown that monkeys, similar to humans, have a preference for using the right ear (which has connects to the contralateral side) to listen to vocalizations of conspecifics, indicating language lateralization in the brain. Choice B is incorrect as monkeys (and not only chimps) have been shown to exhibit this preference. Choice C and D are incorrect as they contradict the established findings.

Which Statement About Language Lateralization in Monkeys Is True