The belief that cultures should be understood with reference to their own histories and values is known as cultural relativism
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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The Hardy-Weinberg formula can be used to __________
a. model gene distribution b. calculate approximate allele frequencies c. reveal the presence of an evolutionary force at work in a population d. all of these
Using the anthropological definition, which of the following is an example of horticulture?
A) decorative flower gardening B) shifting cultivation C) large fields of cash crops D) greenhouses for growing plants
A lineal kinship terminology
A. is generally found in societies with patrilineal descent rules. B. uses two terms to identify ego's parents' siblings: one term for both FZ and MZ and another term for both FB and MB. C. is often found in association with the distinction between parallel and cross cousins. D. stresses relationships with collaterals. E. uses the same term to refer to M and MZ.
In anthropology, the issue of human rights:
a. Is not relevant, because anthropologists believe in cultural relativism. b. Can be difficult, as different cultures define rights differently. c. Is at the forefront of doing anthropological research, as researchers are not allowed to work in countries where there is warfare. d. Is not important, because there are no inalienable human rights. e. Prevents anthropologists from doing research overseas.