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The probable direct ancestor of modern man is

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Java man
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Peking man
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Cromangnon man
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Neanderthal man
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Solution

The correct option is C Cromangnon man
Cro Magnon man is the direct ancestor of a modern human. These are the first early Modern Humans of the European Upper Paleolithic. It appeared during Holocene period that lived about 40,000 years ago. The brain capacity was about 1,600 cc, larger than the average for modern humans. They were robustly built and powerful. The body was generally heavy and solid with a strong musculature. The face was short and wide and chin is prominent.
So, the correct answer is option C.

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