According to the multiregional evolution model-
A. anatomically modern H. sapiens originated exclusively in Africa
B. modern H. sapiens are a separate species from Neanderthals
C. some local populations of archaic H. sapiens in Europe, Asia, and Africa contributed to the evolution of modern H. sapiens in those regions
D. all of the above
It probably is not B. What do you think the answer is?
According to the multiregional evolution model, the correct answer would be C. Some local populations of archaic H. sapiens in Europe, Asia, and Africa contributed to the evolution of modern H. sapiens in those regions.
To understand why this is the correct answer, let's break down the options and explain how to get to the right answer:
A. The multiregional evolution model suggests that anatomically modern H. sapiens originated in multiple regions rather than exclusively in Africa. However, this option is incorrect because it suggests that the origin was exclusive to Africa, which is not supported by the multiregional model.
B. The multiregional evolution model proposes that modern H. sapiens and Neanderthals are closely related populations, and not separate species. Therefore, this option is incorrect.
C. This option aligns with the multiregional evolution model as it states that local populations of archaic H. sapiens in Europe, Asia, and Africa contributed to the evolution of modern H. sapiens in those regions. This implies that multiple regions played a role in the development of modern humans.
D. Since option A and B are incorrect, and option C is correct, the correct answer is D. all of the above. Therefore, option C is the best answer.