Which of the Following Is NOT Considered a Direct Ancestor

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT considered a direct ancestor of anatomically modern humans?

• A) Australopithecus afarensis
• B) Homo habilis
• C) Homo erectus
• D) Australopithecus boisei
• E) Australopithecus africanus

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