A descent group whose members claim descent from a common ancestor, and can trace the genealogical ties, is called a

A) lineage. B) segment. C) clan. D) tribe. E) band.


A

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The ABO system is interesting from an anthropological perspective because it:

a. ?has never been convincingly demonstrated for any allele. b. ?illustrates that allele frequencies do not vary among populations. c. ?is no longer present in human populations. d. ?illustrates that some allele frequencies do vary among populations. e. ?demonstrates that natural selection does not alter allele frequencies.

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What is a kindred?

What will be an ideal response?

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Compared to those of the Middle Stone Age, Late Stone Age and Upper Paleolithic tools __________

a. were crafted with less skill b. were less standardized c. changed more rapidly and more frequently d. included less tools made from shell and bone

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One hypothesis contends that the ancestors of New World monkeys floated across the ocean from Africa on masses of vegetation

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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