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A paleontologist finds a relative complete skeleton but isn't sure if it is an ape fossil or a hominid fossil. Which of the following features would help distinguish between the two choices?

a. Position of the opening in the skull for the spinal cord
b. Design of the pelvis
c. Relative length of the hind limbs
d. Position of the eyes

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I believe the answer is C. Apes have shorter legs than humans (hominids), therefore the answer is C
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