Humans and African Apes (Chimpanzees, Bonobos, and Gorillas) Share Traits

question 126

Multiple Choice

Humans and African apes (chimpanzees, bonobos, and gorillas) share traits, such as elongated skulls and shortened canine teeth, which other related species do not have. These shared characteristics are called

• A) homoplasies.
• B) synapomorphies.
• C) cladistics.
• D) parsimonies.
• E) None of the above

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Definitions:

Group Living

The behavior of living together in organized communities or closely knit groups for mutual benefits such as protection, cooperation, and socialization.

Hunting Success

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Imitative Behavior

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