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1
In terms of locomotion, the primates can be said to be highly specialized for arboreal locomotion.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
2
Primates whose dominant locomotor pattern is vertical clinging and leaping are characterized by legs longer than arms.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
3
A form of quadrupedalism in which the animal suspends itself by a prehensile tail is called Old World semibrachiation.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
4
Orthograde body posture is associated with both vertical clinging and leaping and erect bipedalism.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
5
In humans, the occipital condyles and the foramen magnum lie almost directly in the center of the underside of the skull.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
6
The zygomatic arch refers to the flange for the attachment of neck muscles.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
7
Features of the hominoid skeleton, such as the short broad trunk and the backward positioning of the clavicle, are adaptations for suspensory behavior.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
8
The adult chimpanzee and the adult human both have a total of 32 teeth.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
9
The development of a large brow ridge is related to the development of a large eye.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
10
A molecular clock is used to measure the age of an individual.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE





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