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Coccyx bone present in humans are evidence of _____

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Humans having tails earlier

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Evolution

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Both A and B

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is C Both A and B
Coccyx also called as tail bone is prominently found in humans. Presence of tail bones in humans give strong evidence that humans have been evolved from animals (Apes and Monkeys).

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