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What's an important dentition trait that can help us to differentiate between an Old World Monkey (Cercopithecoid) and an ape (Hominoid)? (a) the presence of the 2-1-2-3 formula (2 incisors, 1 canine, 2 premolars, 3 molars) (b) molar shape: bilophodont for monkeys, and Y-5 for apes (c) generalized teeth (d) specialized teeth

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          What's an important dentition trait that can help us to differentiate between an Old World Monkey (Cercopithecoid) and an ape (Hominoid)?
(a) the presence of the 2-1-2-3 formula (2 incisors, 1 canine, 2 premolars, 3 molars)
(b) molar shape: bilophodont for monkeys, and Y-5 for apes
(c) generalized teeth
(d) specialized teeth

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1.2.3 dental formula is common for both Old World Monkeys and apes, so it doesn't help us differentiate between them. (b) Molar shape could be a potential differentiating factor. Old World Monkeys have bilophodont molars, while apes have Y-5 molars. Show more…

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What's an important dentition trait that can help us to differentiate between an Old World Monkey (Cercopithecoid) and an ape (Hominoid)? (a) the presence of the 2-1-2-3 formula (2 incisors, 1 canine, 2 premolars, 3 molars) (b) molar shape: bilophodont for monkeys, and Y-5 for apes (c) generalized teeth (d) specialized teeth