Monkey Business

The video explores the concept of fairness and cooperation in both monkeys and humans. It highlights a study by psychologist Sarah Brosnan, supported by the National Science Foundation, which investigates whether cooperation is inherent in our DNA. The study uses a game called The Assurance Game to test cooperation without instructions, showing that both monkeys and humans cooperate 70% to 80% of the time. Humans, however, have an advantage due to language skills, allowing for complex cooperative enterprises. The video concludes with the idea that cooperation is deeply rooted in primates, with humans excelling due to communication abilities.

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