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Question #114691
The Question
Read the following statements regarding the evolutionary progression and taxonomic categorization of hominids based on their cranial capacities. Which of the following statements is INCORRECT?
Options
- A.
Homo habilis was the first human-like hominid with a cranial capacity of 650-800 cc and probably did not eat meat.
- B.
The transition from Homo habilis to Homo erectus is characterized by discrete, non-overlapping cranial capacities, proving a strict linear (anagenetic) progression.
- C.
Homo erectus fossils discovered in Java revealed a cranial capacity of approximately 900 cc, and they probably ate meat.
- D.
Neanderthal man had a cranial capacity of 1400 cc, lived in near east and central Asia, and used hides to protect their body.
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How the Examiner Thinks
Regulatory_Failure
Understand how NOT, EXCEPT, and logical constraints are used to manipulate exam results.
Concepts Behind This Question
Taxonomic Hierarchical Rank|Hominid Cranial Capacity|Homo habilis|Homo erectus
Why This Question Is Tricky
Examiner Levers
Pattern Traps
Forces student to avoid "obvious" but wrong patterns or sequences.
Difficulty Boost : +2Common Mistakes
Conceptual Pivot: Students often confuse the general evolutionary trend of increasing cranial capacity with a strict, non-overlapping linear progression (anagenesis).
The trap relies on the misconception that taxonomic ranks (species) in paleontology are separated by absolute morphological gaps, failing to recognize that overlapping metrics reflect mosaic evolution and clinal variation.
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| Subject | Biology |
| Chapter | The Living World - Class 11 |
| Concept | Taxonomic Hierarchical Rank |
| Difficulty | 5 |
| Cognitive Load | 4 |
| Target Solve Time | 100 sec |
| Access | Free |