There is strong evidence that Khoratpithecus is most likely the ancestor of the
A)Chimpanzee.
B)Orangutan.
C)Gibbon.
D)Colobine.
E)Rhesus monkey.

Question

There is strong evidence that Khoratpithecus  is most likely the ancestor of the
A)Chimpanzee.
B)Orangutan.
C)Gibbon.
D)Colobine.
E)Rhesus monkey.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Khoratpithecus is considered to be closely related to the orangutan, making it most likely an ancestor of the orangutan rather than the other primates listed. This is based on comparative studies of fossil remains and genetic data that link Khoratpithecus more closely to orangutans.

There Is Strong Evidence That Khoratpithecus Is Most Likely the Ancestor