Studies of hunter-gatherer groups often include an investigation of the maximum population that a specific environment can support, or what is called the __________
A. fecundity
B. life expectancy
C. carrying capacity
D. niche load
Answer: C
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Researchers have concentrated on __________ as the most likely nonhuman primate to successfully train to use language
a. gorillas b. orangutans c. chimpanzees d. gibbons
The chapter concludes all of the following except:
a. for planetary survival humans must reduce the number of cities around the world. b. globalizing processes have sparked a need for a new worldview. c. humans need to increase cross-cultural understanding. d. successfully managing the planet includes respect for all cultures. e. our various cultures must adapt in the coming years.
Anthropologists today look back at findings from research and human sexuality and recognize a strong male bias
a. True b. False