The Conclusion That Early Hominins Were Bipedal Is Based in Part

question 37

Multiple Choice

The conclusion that early hominins were bipedal is based in part on examination of

• A) their S-shaped backbone.
• B) the position of the foramen magnum.
• C) footprints.
• D) positions of the foramen magnum, S-shaped backbone, and footprints.
• E) length of the femur.

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