The !Kung hunter-gatherers of the Kalahari Desert in Africa live in small, nomadic groups and own few material possessions. Anthropologists refer to these cultural traits as __________ that help them survive in their social and physical environment.
A) maladaptive customs
B) adaptive customs
C) assimilations
D) backward traits
B) adaptive customs
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The precision grip of apes is
A) impaired by their long thumbs B) as good as in humans C) better than that of humans D) somewhat impaired by their short thumbs E) none of these
The primate emphasis on the visual sense is reflected in all of the following except:
a. visual information from each eye transmitted to visual centers in both hemispheres. b. the presence of color vision in most species. c. the reduction in the size of structures related to the sense of smell. d. a more forward-facing position of the eyes relative to most other mammals. e. enlarged rhinarium.
Which of the following is a negative consequence of online networking?
A. People may share personal details with someone other than their partner. B. Internet dating is an "experience technology." C. Many relationships begin "virtually." D. Socially isolated people have an increased ability to network. E. There are increased opportunities to meet new people.
One interpretation of Oldowan sites is that they served as stockpiles, or caches, for raw materials such as manuports in anticipation of future use
Indicate whether the statement is true or false