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1

The number of species of living primates is approximately 190.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
2

Primates as a group are best defined in terms of their narrow specialization.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
3

Primates have a good visual sense, but a reduced sense of smell.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
4

Compared to mammals of similar size, primates tend to have longer childhood periods and longer lifespans.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
5

Prosimians lack many of the features of monkeys, apes, and humans
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
6

Tarsiers are characterized by elongated tarsal bones.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
7

The prehensile tail is found exclusively among Old World monkeys.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
8

Sexual dimorphism is found predominantly among the New World monkeys.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
9

The term “lesser apes” refers to gibbons and siamangs.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
10

Humans have lost much of their locomotor flexibility.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE





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