The catarrhine nose is found in humans and apes. Therefore, only option C is correct. Options A and B are incorrect because they describe the strepsirrhine nose, which is found in primates such as lemurs, lorises, and bushbabies. Option D is incorrect because the catarrhine nose cannot be used to distinguish between apes and monkeys, as both groups have this type of nose.

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The Catarrhine Nose

Question 57

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The catarrhine nose:

A) is characterized by a rhinarium and philtrum
B) is characterized by a wide nasal septum with nostrils pointing outward
C) is found in humans and apes
D) can be used to distinguish between apes from monkeys

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