Forensic scientists may have to identify an adult victim who was lost in the wilderness years ago from the remains found by a hiker. What type of evidence from the bones would they look for to determine the age of the person?
A) any broken bones because the bones of the elderly break easily
B) the number of bones
C) The bones do not yield much information that can help to determine age.
D) the size of the bones and the condition of the growth plate
Answer: D
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