Evolution-Of-Life Question 71
Question: Suppose that a new fossil hominid is discovered. What criterion can be used to determine where in the human evolutionary lineage this new fossil belongs?
Options:
A) Brain size
B) Tooth structure
C) Foot structure
D) All of these
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
Option D is correct because brain size, tooth structure, and foot structure are all important criteria used by scientists to place a new fossil hominid within the human evolutionary lineage based on characteristics related to intelligence, diet, and locomotion, respectively.)