What is the primary reason that anthropologists employ a rational view of another culture (cultural relativism)?
a. Anthropology has always tried to be different from other sciences.
b. Anthropologists are very liberal and employ liberal perspectives.
c. It is the only scientific way to consider other people and their belief systems.
d. It is a major rule to follow in our discipline.
e. It is the best way to understand another culture.
ANSWER:
e
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