Human Biology : Concepts and Current Issues - With Access
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Author: Johnson
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Chapter 22, Problem 15TY
Which of the following is not believed to be a direct ancestor of Homo sapiens?
a. Homo erectus
b. Homo heidelbergensis
c. Homo habilis
d. Australopithecus afarensis
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