Question

What was the brain size of the Australopithecus as compared to that of the present-day humans?

• A. 300 ml - 400 ml
• B. 400 ml - 500 ml
• C. 500 ml - 600 ml
• D. 600 ml - 700 ml

Answer 1

The correct option is B 400 ml - 500 ml

The Australopithecus, Lucy, who was discovered in Ethiopia, was found to have a brain size of around 400 ml to 550 ml. The brain sizes of the Homo Habilis and Homo Erectus were larger in size as compared to the Australopithecus. The brain size of present-day humans would range from 900 to 2100 ml, with a global average of 1,349 ml.