Some scientists would say that Koko the gorilla learned human language because she
a. could use signs to form simple phrases and demonstrated a basic understanding of grammar.
b. used the American Sign Language sign for pain while pointing to her mouth, thus communicating that she had a decayed tooth.
c. was able to make requests and other communications by putting together a sequence of communication chips.
d. learned how to communicate on a keyboard by observing and imitating her mother. e. was able to get what she wanted by responding to reinforcement schedules.
b
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Mental representation is the basis of human language.
a. true b. false
Mary is playing with her infant daughter Rose. Mary responds to Rose's facial expressions by mimicking and exaggerating the same expressions. All of a sudden Mary's face becomes blank and she does not show any emotion. How is Rose likely to respond?
Rose will probably frown, fuss, drool, and look away from her mother. Rose will be glad for the break and will probably fall asleep. Rose will exaggerate her mother's facial expression. Rose will smile and coo even more to try to get her mother to respond.