The robust-bodied, relatively short armed and legged boned anatomy typical of Neanderthals of Europe and southwestern Asia are suggestive of:
a. adaptation to a cold arctic climate.
b. high levels of strength and endurance.
c. large levels of food consumption.
d. robust muscles in the shoulder and arm.
e. high levels of ritual activity.
ANSWER: b
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