Why is a molecular anthropologist well suited to study evolution?

a. because only genetic information is useful in discussing the morphological differences between humans and nonhuman primates
b. because only geneticists are capable of interpreting genomic data
c. because evolution can only be seen at the molecular level
d. because evolution is defined as genetic change in an organism over time


Correct Answer: d

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