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Which one of the following is regarded as the direct ancestor of modern man?

1. Homo erectus
2. Ramapithecus
3. Homo habilis
4. Australopithecus

Correct answer: Homo habilis

Solution

Homo habilis is regarded as the direct ancestor of modern man because it is an early member of the genus Homo and shows more human-like traits than Australopithecus or Ramapithecus. It is also associated with the earliest stone tools, marking an important step toward modern humans.

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