A characteristic that differentiates Old World monkeys from apes is __________

a. eye orbits completely enclosed by a bony ridge
b. downward-facing nostrils
c. an extra premolar
d. bilophodont molars


Answer d

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a. Native Hawaiians have the same legal status as Native Americans. b. Native Hawaiians will receive the same legal status as Native Americans in 2014. c. Native Hawaiians have asked for a similar legal status to that of Native Americans but have not received it. d. Native Hawaiians have asked for their status as recognized indigenous people to be removed.

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Which of the following does not apply to theories?

a. They are tested explanations of facts. b. They are specific statements of scientific relationships that have not been verified. c. They are usually concerned with broader and more universal views. d. They are the result of repeated testing. e. They are not absolutes and are open to falsification.

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Which one of the traits listed below is not used to define the order Primates?

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A trait is:

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