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In which part of the world did the early human ancestor Australopithecus appear about five million years ago.

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**Step-by-Step Text Solution:** 1. **Identify the Early Human Ancestor**: The question asks about Australopithecus, which is recognized as an early human ancestor. 2. **Determine the Timeframe**: Australopithecus is believed to have appeared approximately 5 million years ago. 3. **Geographical Location**: Australopithecus primarily existed in Africa. More specifically, they were found in the southern and eastern regions of Africa. ...
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