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Introductory Biology

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Set 21 Evolution Of Humans

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Question 1

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From a genetic standpoint,which primates have the closest relationship to humans?

A)gorillas
B)gibbons
C)chimpanzees
D)orangutans
E)old world monkeys

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Question 2

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Which statement reverses a trend seen during primate evolution?

A)It is associated with an increased age of sexual maturity.
B)It is associated with an extended life.
C)It is associated with multiple offspring from every pregnancy.
D)It is associated with a lengthy gestation perioD.
E)It is associated with an extended period of juvenile dependency.

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Question 3

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Which of the following early Homo species first evolved in Africa and then migrated into Europe and Asia?

A)Homo ergaster
B)Homo anamensis
C)Homo sapien
D)Homo habilis
E)Homo neandertalensis

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