Hominid Fossils Indicate Which of the Following Differences Between Homo

question 11

Multiple Choice

Hominid fossils indicate which of the following differences between Homo habilis and Homo erectus?

• A)H.habilis shows a reduction in the size of the face relative to the brain case.
• B)H.erectus shows a reduction in the size of the face relative to the brain case.
• C)H.habilis generally has a greater brain capacity than H.erectus.
• D)H.erectus generally has a smaller brain capacity than H.habilis.

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