Which of the following describes an effect of the mastery of fire for Homo erectus?
A) Fire created a focus for new religious ideas,leading to new cultural development.
B) Fire helped hominids to expand their diets,leading to still larger brain size.
C) Fire provided a gathering point for small communities,leading to more complex social structures.
D) Fire permitted the creation of bronze tools,allowing the hunting of large animals.

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The mastery of fire allowed Homo erectus to cook food, which made more nutrients available and easier to digest. This led to a larger range of available food sources, which allowed for the development of a larger brain size.

Which of the Following Describes an Effect of the Mastery