A newly published controversial date for the Lake Mungo remains indicates they may be as old as ________ years.
A) 30,000
B) 400,000
C) 10,000
D) 600,000
E) 150,000, or the earliest specimens from Africa

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The Lake Mungo remains have been previously dated to be around 40,000 years old, which fits within the timeframe of human migration to Australia. However, the newly controversial date suggests they may be as old as 30,000 years, pushing back the timeline of human occupation in Australia. Options B, D, and E are unlikely as they are too far back in time and not supported by current archaeological evidence. Option C is not the best choice as it is too close to the previous estimate and not as significant in terms of changing our understanding of human migration.

A Newly Published Controversial Date for the Lake Mungo Remains