11 Questions
Why can't chimpanzees learn to speak like humans?
Their vocal anatomical structures are not like ours
What is an example of a limit of learning based on physical characteristics?
all of the above
Is learned behavior inherited?
No, every individual has to learn the same skills acquired by it's parents
__________ plays a role in learning ability, but it is controversial.
heredity
_____ contributes to differences within and between species; but _____also plays a role in, for example, ____ early learning environments
genes, environment, enriched
Critical periods are stages of development for __________ learning. for example; first 12 years of human life are critical for learning _____.
optimal, language.
Exposure to neurotoxins in infancy/early childhood can be a threat to __________ ability.
learning
Prenatal exposure to alcohol and other drugs can interfere with __________ development.
neurological
Exposure to neurotoxins (substances that damage nerve tissues) in infancy/early childhood are a threat to learning ability: – lead in old paint & drinking water – Pesticides, herbicides, solvents, medications, recreational drugs, some foods & food supplements • Head injury (blows to head, shaking child, car accidents, sports injury) • Malnutrition during fetal development/early childhood
True
Head injury, such as blows to the head or car accidents, are a threat to __________ ability.
learning
Malnutrition during fetal development and early childhood can impact __________ ability.
learning
Explore the fascinating world of primate communication and discover why chimpanzees, despite their intelligence, are unable to acquire human-like language abilities. Dive into the cognitive and physiological differences that set humans apart from our closest living relatives. Take this quiz to learn more!
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