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Homo Erectus

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

A

Neanderthal man and Homo erectus lived at the same time.

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Australopithecines lived in Australia.

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Homo erectus was preceded by Homo habilis.

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Homo sapiens has the highest brain capacity.

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Solution

The correct option is C Homo erectus was preceded by Homo habilis.
In the course of human evolution, Homo erectus is said to have evolved from Homo habilis.

Neanderthal man evolved from Homo erectus and they lived alongside Cro-magnon man. Neanderthal man has the highest brain capacity of around 1400-1500cc.

Fossils of Australopithecus afarensis were discovered from Pliocene rocks in South Africa.

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