Which of the following statements is true regarding the understanding of the meaning of numbers?
a. Research has found that some nonhuman animals have a primitive awareness of numeracy.
b. Children begin to count at the age of 5.
c. Children who have problems learning to read often excel at mastering math skills.
d. Dyslexia refers to a difficulty in processing numbers.
Answer: a. Research has found that some nonhuman animals have a primitive awareness of numeracy.
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