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What distinguishes the way elephants assign 'names' compared to dolphins and parrots?

Dolphins and parrots also have unique names.

Elephants do not imitate the calls of one another. (correct)

Elephants imitate sounds from their environment.

Elephants use visual signals for communication.

Which statement best describes the scientists' observations regarding elephant communication?

Certain elephants call out specifically to individual members. (correct)

Only alpha males responded to calls made by other elephants.

All elephants respond equally to calls at all times.

Elephants frequently ignore calls from other herds.

What percentage of the time did the computer model correctly identify the receiving elephant during the study?

18%

28% (correct)

48%

38%

What was a key finding regarding how elephants respond to calls?

Elephants only reacted to specific calls meant for them. Signup and view all the answers

What was Dr. Michael Pardo's conclusion about elephant communication?

Elephants and humans utilize names in similar ways. Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of elephant behavior sparked Dr. Poole's interest in their communication?

Their calls sometimes eliciting responses from only one member. Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of elephant communication is suggested for further research?

If elephants can name food, water, and locations. Signup and view all the answers

How many years did the elephant vocalization study span?

30 years Signup and view all the answers

Why is the research on elephant communication considered groundbreaking?

It identifies elephants as the first non-human species using names. Signup and view all the answers

What tools were utilized for analyzing the elephant vocalizations?

Machine learning tools Signup and view all the answers