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Which characteristic distinguishes Hominoids from other primates in terms of their lower molar cusp pattern?
Which characteristic distinguishes Hominoids from other primates in terms of their lower molar cusp pattern?
- Absence of the dental comb (correct)
- Triangular molars
- Square-shaped molars
- Presence of a dental comb
In terms of body size, what differentiates apes and humans from other species of primates?
In terms of body size, what differentiates apes and humans from other species of primates?
- Smaller body size
- Presence of a rhinarium
- Longer tail
- Larger body size (correct)
What is the main characteristic that sets Haplorhines apart from Strepsirhines?
What is the main characteristic that sets Haplorhines apart from Strepsirhines?
- Body size
- Postorbital septum (correct)
- Two premolars
- Absence of tail
Which classification system divides Hominoidea into African Apes and Asian apes?
Which classification system divides Hominoidea into African Apes and Asian apes?
Which group of primates is characterized by a good sense of smell, a moist nose, and dental comb in the lower jaw?
Which group of primates is characterized by a good sense of smell, a moist nose, and dental comb in the lower jaw?
What is a characteristic trait of Strepsirhines that distinguishes them from Haplorhines?
What is a characteristic trait of Strepsirhines that distinguishes them from Haplorhines?
Which group of primates is known for retaining some primitive traits not seen in other primates?
Which group of primates is known for retaining some primitive traits not seen in other primates?
What is a key characteristic that distinguishes New World Monkeys from Old World Monkeys?
What is a key characteristic that distinguishes New World Monkeys from Old World Monkeys?
Which primate group lacks the rhinarium and dental comb characteristic of another primate group?
Which primate group lacks the rhinarium and dental comb characteristic of another primate group?
How do Strepsirhines primarily differ from Haplorhines?
How do Strepsirhines primarily differ from Haplorhines?
Which primate species is known for being primarily frugivores?
Which primate species is known for being primarily frugivores?
What is the characteristic group composition of gorillas?
What is the characteristic group composition of gorillas?
Among the listed species, which one is exclusively bipedal?
Among the listed species, which one is exclusively bipedal?
Which primate species exhibits a high level of sexual dimorphism and is primarily terrestrial?
Which primate species exhibits a high level of sexual dimorphism and is primarily terrestrial?
Which primate species uses sex to diffuse tension and has male-female bonds constituting the societal core?
Which primate species uses sex to diffuse tension and has male-female bonds constituting the societal core?
What is the main range of activity and aggression for humans?
What is the main range of activity and aggression for humans?
