The major purpose of anthropology is to understand other cultures. This can be accomplished most effectively in all of the following ways except:

a. having as much specific data as possible about other cultures in the world.
b. understanding our own culture.
c. understanding how people from other cultures view us.
d. gaining a critical understanding of what makes a “good” culture.
e. having an interest in cultural diversity and change.


ANS: D

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