Among the mammals, only some primates (including most humans) have color vision. What was the likely advantage that probably drove the evolution of primate color vision?

A. ability to detect poisonous, warningly colored fruits
B. ability to find ripe fruit
C. ability to enjoy the esthetic value of pretty flowers
D. ability to prepare for winter as portended by autumn colors of leaves
E. None of the choices provided is likely correct.


B. ability to find ripe fruit

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