Asked by Adriana Davis on Apr 25, 2024
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Humans and apes are classified as strepsirhines.
Strepsirhines
The subdivision within the primate order based on shared genetic characteristics; includes lemurs and lorises.
Apes
A group of primates that includes gibbons, orangutans, gorillas, chimpanzees, and humans, characterized by their lack of tails and more advanced cognitive abilities compared to other primates.
- Distinguish between the different primate groups and their classifications.
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Brianna ChichesterApr 26, 2024
Final Answer :
False
Explanation :
Humans and apes are actually classified as primates, not strepsirhines. Strepsirhines include lemurs, lorises, galagos, and aye-ayes.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish between the different primate groups and their classifications.