It is proposed that Cro-Magnons were responsible for the extinction of many large mammals during the Pleistocene epoch. How could this feat have been accomplished?
A. Cro-Magnon man was the first species of hominids to hunt in groups. This would have increased their chance of killing larger animals.
B. Cro-Magnon man was the first species of hominid to use fire. This would have increased their success during hunting.
C. Cro-Magnon man was the most efficient bipedal species. They would have been able to run after prey species more efficiently than any of their predecessors.
D. Cro-Magnon man had an increase in tool technology that enabled them to kill animals from a distance.
Answer: D
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