A scientific study provides evidence that humans and apes had a common ancestor, an idea that most anthropologists accept as true. Which of the following most likely led to the general acceptance of this idea?

A) A detailed explanation of the rationale for a common ancestor
B) Endorsement of the evidence as fact by government agencies
C) Publication of this idea in many popular magazines
D) A multitude of scientific studies all leading to the same conclusion

Question

A scientific study provides evidence that humans and apes had a common ancestor, an idea that most anthropologists accept as true. Which of the following most likely led to the general acceptance of this idea?

A) A detailed explanation of the rationale for a common ancestor
 B) Endorsement of the evidence as fact by government agencies
 C) Publication of this idea in many popular magazines
 D)  A multitude of scientific studies all leading to the same conclusion