The explanations given in this chapter for the differences in and distribution of skin color in populations around the world are examples of
A. punctuated equilibrium.
B. the social construction of so-called scientific categories.
C. attempts at classifying human groups into clines.
D. explanatory approaches to human biological diversity.
E. how having a political interest in justifying racial policies interferes with objective science.
Answer: D
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