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Where Did Human Intelligence Come From?

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Brain Size vs. Intelligence

This chapter examines the intricate relationship between brain size and intelligence, emphasizing that larger brains do not always equate to greater cognitive abilities. It also discusses the evolutionary adaptations of the human skull and the implications of bipedalism on brain development after birth.

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