Bipedalism Freed the Hands, Which Allowed Tools to Be Carried

question 23

Multiple Choice

Bipedalism freed the hands, which allowed tools to be carried. This was an advantage because

• A) it built up the primates' arms for more strength.
• B) it caused a preoccupation with tools so the primate did not have to worry about anything else.
• C) the tools could be used as weapons against predators, if necessary.
• D) there was no real advantage, as it made it harder to run from danger.

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