Toddlers Beat the Great Apes at Social Learning

60-Second Mind

English - September 06, 2007 00:00 - 2 minutes - ★★★★ - 215 ratings
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New research in Science reveals that children and apes are on par when it comes to straight numerical and spatial abilities, but when they're tested on social learning, the children excel.