Which of the following physical feature would not be an appropriate indicator of atavism?
A) Powerful jaws
B) Thin lips
C) A weak chin
D) Prominent tattoos

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Atavism refers to the re-appearance of ancestral traits that have been lost in the evolution of a species. Physical features such as powerful jaws, thin lips, and a weak chin can be atavistic traits. However, prominent tattoos are not a physical feature that can be attributed to genetics or ancestral traits and therefore would not be an appropriate indicator of atavism.

Which of the Following Physical Feature Would Not Be an Appropriate