24. Hominids are defined by   a foramen magnum at the base of the skull (as opposed to towards the back).   an "S"-shaped spinal column.   a cupped pelvis (hips), and a femur (upper leg bone) that angles under the body (valgus).   a big toe that is aligned with the rest of the toes, and long and transverse arches in the foot.   all of the above.

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24. Hominids are defined by

 

a foramen magnum at the base of the skull (as opposed to towards the back).

 

an "S"-shaped spinal column.

 

a cupped pelvis (hips), and a femur (upper leg bone) that angles under the body (valgus).

 

a big toe that is aligned with the rest of the toes, and long and transverse arches in the foot.

 

all of the above.

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