Is this pensive-looking chimp contemplating a new idea? An incredible new study proves the primate has a mind closer to humans than we previously thought. ondrejprosicky - stock.adobe.com

They’re not as chimple-minded as some might think.

Chimpanzees have been observed displaying various human characteristics, including getting drunk and even sticking grass up their bums as a fashion trend.

Now, Dutch scientists have found that the wicked smart simians have another shockingly anthropomorphic trait — adjusting their beliefs when presented with new evidence, per a new study published in the journal Science.

Chimpanzees can adjust their beliefs when presented with new evidence, per a new study published in the journal Science. limshae – stock.adobe.com

“I think we have the evidence

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