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Which of the following are considered to be close relatives of modern humans?

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Hominins
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Hominids
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Homo Habilis
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Australopithecines
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Solution

The correct option is D Australopithecines
Australopithecines are apes from which modern human beings evolved. Though they are now extinct, the Australopithecines are considered to be close relatives of modern humans beings.

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