alleryWhat is one consequence of fossil scarcity for human evolution?
AOnly one fossil species existed
BEvolutionary change can be ruled out
CSome lineage relationships remain unresolved
DAll lineages can be fully mapped
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Some lineage relationships remain unresolved
Sparse fossils leave parts of the evolutionary history uncertain.
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