Race is like caste in that it exhibits all of the following EXCEPT __________

a. it is a permanent status
b. it is social rather than biological
c. members are said to have different ancestral origins
d. it has a biological basis


d

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Homo erectus materials began to be discovered in Africa in the 1950's. The oldest African fossils from this species date to

A) 1.8 million years ago B) 900,000 years ago C) 400,000 years ago D) 1 million years ago E) 1.6 million years ago

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In a postindustrial economy, many people do not produce tangible material products; they work providing services

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Although rap music began in the United States, it is now popular all over the world. Which of the following mechanisms of cultural change is responsible for this?

A. Acculturation B. Enculturation C. Independent invention D. Colonization E. Diffusion

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Because inclusive fitness refers to altruistic acts that benefit relatives, it is sometimes called:

A. altruistic selection B. genetic determinism C. relative selection D. kin selection

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