Modern primates are found in the tropical and temperate zones of
A) Madagascar, Africa, and Australia.
B) Africa, Asia, Europe, and Antarctica.
C) Africa, Asia, and the New World.
D) China, Japan, and Australia.

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Modern primates are mainly found in Africa (including Madagascar), Asia, and the New World (Central and South America). Australia does not have non-human primates native to its environment. Europe has historical records of primates, but they are not currently found there. Antarctica does not have a native primate population. Therefore, only option C includes all of the correct regions.

Modern Primates Are Found in the Tropical and Temperate Zones