Based on scientific theories of evolution, humans are not descended from gorillas or chimps. Rather,

A. they are descended from gorillas.
B. humans are descended from Adam and Eve.
C. they are descended from chimps.
D. humans and African apes share a common ancestor.
E. it is the other way around: gorillas and chimps are descended from humans.


Answer: D

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