Question

q1: which of the following is considered the earliest species of the genus homo? (a): homo sapiens (b): homo habilis (c): homo erectus (d): homo neanderthalensis

Explanation:

Homo habilis is widely regarded as one of the earliest species within the genus Homo. It existed approximately 2.1 - 1.5 million years ago. Homo sapiens (modern humans) emerged much later. Homo erectus appeared after Homo habilis. Homo neanderthalensis is also a later - evolving species compared to Homo habilis.

Answer:

B. Homo habilis