Question

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-------------- is considered as direct ancestor of modern man.

Answer 1

Homo erectus:

1. The evolution of Homo erectus marks the evolutionary entry into the evolution of modern man.
2. The Neanderthal man evolved from Homo erectus who later evolved into the Homo sapiens sapiens.
3. They are flesh-eaters who are 3 feet tall with erect posture.
4. They exhibit bipedalism and have 800-1300 cc of cranial capacity.
5. They have sloppy foreheads and small chins.

Hence, Homo erectus is considered as a direct ancestor of modern man.