Discuss the importance of systematic settlement pattern survey for highland Mesoamerican archaeology. Would this methodology be useful in other regions of the world?

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Which of the following types of evidence of hominin behavior are most likely available for study?

a. cognitive aspects b. economic components c. political aspects d. material culture e. social structure

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In order to maintain a constant body temperature, mammals most need:

a. occupation of warm areas only. b. safety in large numbers. c. high levels of mobility to stay warm. d. a large brain to be able to construct shelter. e. a diet high in calories.

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Which is true about A. sediba?

a. It was found in East Africa. b. It dates at least to 3.9 mya. c. It shows a mix of Australopithecus and Homo features. d. It has a small brain at 320 cm3. e. It was mainly a carnivore.

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