A scientist observes one chimpanzee using sticks and leaves to pull ants out of anthills. The scientist concludes that all chimpanzees use tools. Why should you be skeptical of the conclusion? Choose the best answer.

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Bronson Peck

17 January, 15:39

A scientist observes one chimpanzee using sticks and leaves to pull ants out of anthills. The scientist concludes that all chimpanzees use tools. Why should you be skeptical of the conclusion? Choose the best answer.

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Aliza Blackburn · Answer 1

Just because ONE chimpanzee used tools, doesn't mean ALL chimpanzees use tools. You need to observe way more than one chimpanzee to conclude that they ALL do that thing. For example, if I saw one monkey eating honey, I can't conclude that ALL monkeys eat honey.