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OpenStudy (anonymous):

Evidence has been found that shows that primate ancestors developed the ability to see color. Previously, like most mammals, they could only see shapes using light and shadow. This evolutionary development was retained over millions of years as early primates evolved into modern primates, including humans. What is the best reason why this characteristic was incorporated into future hominid lineages rather than lost?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

This trait allowed early primates to see at night, when they hunted small animals for food. This trait enabled early primates to tell red and yellow fruits apart from green foliage. This trait allowed early primates to see movement to help them evade predators. This trait enabled early primates to find shapes of fruits and insects in the tree canopy shadows.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

I would think it´s B, am i right?

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