The conclusion that early hominins were bipedal is based in part on examination of four of the following. Which one is the exception?
A) their S-shaped backbone
B) the position of the opening for the spinal cord in the skull
C) footprints
D) their jaw shape
E) length of the femur

Question

The conclusion that early hominins were bipedal is based in part on examination of four of the following. Which one is the exception?​
A) ​their S-shaped backbone
B) ​the position of the opening for the spinal cord in the skull
C) ​footprints
D) ​their jaw shape
E) ​length of the femur

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Jaw shape is not directly related to bipedalism, while the other factors listed are all examined in determining whether early hominins were bipedal.

The Conclusion That Early Hominins Were Bipedal Is Based in Part