One theory of human evolution suggests that Homo erectus evolved directly into Homo sapiens (humans), after which point Homo erectus became extinct. If this is true, humans arose by ________.

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Anagenesis refers to the evolutionary process where one species evolves into another, transforming into a new species over time, which aligns with the theory that Homo erectus evolved directly into Homo sapiens.

One Theory of Human Evolution Suggests That Homo Erectus Evolved