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Anthropology is the scientific study of the origin, the behavior, and the physical, social, and cultural development of humans.

Paleoanthropology is the study of extinct members of the genus Homo Sapiens.

As Homo Sapiens and other primates are closely related and have a common ancestor it is necessary for paleoanthropologists to be familiar with the evolution of existing and extinct primates.

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It is important for a paleoanthropologist to know about all primates because understanding the characteristics, behaviors, and evolution of different primate species can provide valuable insights into the evolutionary history of humans. By studying the similarities and differences among primates, paleoanthropologists can better interpret the fossil record and piece together the story of human evolution.

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