Structural similarities shared by species that are acquired by descent from a common ancestor are called:
a. homologies.
b. analogies.
c. uninformative of evolutionary relationships.
d. uncommon.
e. acquired.
a
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With regards to BMR, it is
a. the rate at which energy is used by the body during exercise. b. the rate at which energy is used by the body at rest. c. not correlated with body size. d. not an important factor influencing primate social structure. e. is a type of primate behavior.
An examination of racial classifications from around the world indicates that
A. all cultures classify races similarly. B. the classification of racial types is an arbitrary, culturally specific process. C. the best racial classifications are based solely on genotype. D. the best racial classifications are based solely on phenotypical traits. E. the best racial classifications are based on both genotype and phenotype.
How are class systems different from caste systems?
A Classes are usually named and recognized by members of the society. B Classes are structured according to economic, political, and social factors. C Classes are assigned to people based on birth criteria. D People can never change their social class. E All of the above.
What is xenophobia?
a. Fear of anything strange or foreign b. Belief that all cultures are of value c. Fear of change d. Reluctance to live a multicultural society e. Inability to learn a foreign language