Allen's and Bergmann's Rules Have Been Used to Explain

question 30

Multiple Choice

Allen's and Bergmann's rules have been used to explain

• A) the overall body shape of chimpanzees as compared to humans.
• B) differences in stone tool technologies across the world.
• C) the extinction of Neandertals.
• D) variation in body shape across Neandertals and different human groups who live in vastly different climates.

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