Radiocarbon dating can be used to date:

A. a bone harpoon point
B. a stone point
C. a metal container
D. all of these


A. a bone harpoon point

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__________ is/are sets of behaviors that allow people to function successfully within their environments and societies

a. Cultural skills b. Cultural knowledge c. Cultural models d. Norms

Anthropology & Archaeology

The Tikopians of the South Pacific are divided into four patriclans, each of which is divided into several patrilineages that are in turn comprised of several extended families each. The extended families are comprised of several nuclear families. This is an example of

a. a matrifocal organization. b. patrilineally partitioned organization. c. segmentary organization. d. nested families.

Anthropology & Archaeology

There is no simple or universally accepted explanation for the fact that nearly all cultures ban incest. However, the most accepted explanation for the incest taboo is

A. that isolated social groups are better at survival. B. a genetically programmed instinctive horror. C. a widespread and well-founded fear of biological degeneration. D. that following rules of exogamy is adaptively advantageous. E. a genetically determined attraction for those most different from us.

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Enculturation completely determines a person's personality and behavior

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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