Which of the following is NOT a cultural adaptation to the environment?
a. Inuit people are able to survive sub-zero temperatures with specialized shelters and clothing.
b. Fijian people have certain food taboos for pregnant and lactating women, which correlate with the marine toxicity of the foods.
c. Polynesian people throw a large 1st birthday party for their children because, historically, many babies died within the first year of life.
d. Tibetan highlanders are born with higher levels of oxygen in their blood to counteract the lower levels of oxygen at high elevations.
Answer: D
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