Which of the following is a strong candidate for a direct (or very close) orangutan ancestor?

A. Gigantopithecus
B. Dryopithecus
C. Sivapithecus
D. Lufengpithecus


Answer: C

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a. True b. False

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What will be an ideal response?

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