Which of the Following Statements Is NOT Accurate

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is NOT accurate?

• A) Variability and competitiveness are essential elements for natural selection.
• B) The human species evolved as the end-goal of a series of progressive stages during which life became increasingly complex and better-adapted.
• C) Human bipedalism brought about both advantages and disadvantages.
• D) The process of evolution through natural selection does not necessarily have any ultimate "purpose."

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