In the Evolution of the Arboreal Primates, Which of the Following

question 80

Multiple Choice

In the evolution of the arboreal primates, which of the following features would NOT be an important evolutionary advancement?

• A) opposable thumbs
• B) enhanced daytime vision
• C) elongated snout with well-developed sense of smell
• D) the ability to see in color
• E) a brain with a well-developed ability to judge distances and with the ability to quickly compensate for misjudgments

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