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Social Structures and Language

Risto discusses the theory that social systems preceded language development, emphasizing the importance of role exchange in communication. He illustrates how collaboration, seen in both humans and hyenas, enhances problem-solving capabilities, suggesting that social structures are fundamental to achieving complex tasks. The conversation also touches on the challenges of measuring human intelligence compared to simpler systems like hyenas, where emotional states can be quantified through observable behaviors.