An artifact's provenience is

a. the geologic source of the raw material from which the artifact was manufactured.
b. the artifact's location relative to a system of spatial data collection.
c. the facility where the artifact is currently stored.
d. how the artifact was used in the prehistoric past.
e. the written history of the artifact


b

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One aspect of linguistic history is language loss. When a language disappears,

A. less strain is put on the educational system, because it has less language diversity to deal with. B. historical linguists have confirmation that language is also a victim of evolutionary forces. C. so does pride in one's heritage. D. cultural diversity is reduced as well. E. humanity is that much closer to global integration.

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As pointed out in the original study, "Action Archaeology and the Community at El Pilar" developing a plan which included local villagers, government administrators, and international scientists:

a. led to the abandonment of the project. b. undermined scientific integrity. c. ignored potential ways to benefit contemporary populations. d. enabled all stakeholders to have a voice. e. caused a backlash within the archaeological scientific community.

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What is the primary advantage of fraternal polyandry in Tibet?

a. It creates a ready labor force and keeps land holdings together. b. It allows for a maximum number of children for a labor force. c. It provides wives to men who would not otherwise be married. d. It addresses the skewed and unequal sex ratio that exists in Tibet.

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Please write 2-3 sentences identifying the person, place, or thing in terms of age, location, and significance.Phosphate analysis

What will be an ideal response?

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