Which of the following correctly describes the general trend in hominid evolution?

A. larger body size, broad forehead, smaller brains

B. increase in brain capacity, bipedalism, use of tools

C. thickening of the skull, protruding teeth, organized hunting

D. large canine teeth, small skulls, diet of coarse plant material

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Biology

Declan Bryan

5 January, 02:47

Which of the following correctly describes the general trend in hominid evolution?

A. larger body size, broad forehead, smaller brains

B. increase in brain capacity, bipedalism, use of tools

C. thickening of the skull, protruding teeth, organized hunting

D. large canine teeth, small skulls, diet of coarse plant material

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Leah Gaines · Answer 1

The correct answer is B.

According to the study of human evolution, the first individuals of the genus Homo evolved at approximately 7 million years ago. The general trend of their evolution included an increase of the skull (specifically the cranium) and subsequently the brain size. This, in turn, increased the brain capacity. In addition, hominids evolved to stand upright and walk with their two feet only, a phenomenon called bipedalism. Finally, they started developing and using tools.