Franz Boas argued that _________
a. humans could be categorized into distinct racial groups
b. that there was a relationship between race and cultural achievement
c. many factors lead to specific traits or characteristics in a group of people
d. that certain "undesirable" races should not be allowed to immigrate into the U.S.
Correct Answer: b
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