Question

Which of the following statements is correct regarding evolution of mankind ?

• A. Neanderthal man and Homo erectus lived at the same time.
• B. Australopithecines lived in Australia.
• C. Homo erectus was preceded by Homo habilis.
• D. Homo habilis had a cranial capacity of about 325 $c{m}^3$.

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Homo erectus was preceded by Homo habilis.

In the course of human evolution, Neanderthal man evolved from Homo erectus and they lived alongside Cro-magnon man. Fossils of Australopithecus afarensis were discovered from Pliocene rocks in South Africa. Homo erectus is said to have evolved from Homo habilis.