In the context of science, which of the following is the definition of parsimony?
A. dividing organisms into categories
B. the least complex explanation being the most likely
C. species evolving over a similar amount of time
D. separating species on the basis of similar anatomical traits
Answer: B
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Kevin Krajick’s research in Peru on Incan agricultural strategies has revealed that:
a. although agriculture had not reached the carrying capacity of the area, such a fragile environment cannot sustain high production yields. b. they practiced conservation methods, while maximizing production on their lands. c. their agricultural strategies caused irreparable damage to the highland environment. d. they grew only very limited and specialized cultigens, such as corn and rice. e. the Inca understood agriculture and agricultural techniques much better than modern-day farmers.
Some anthropologists argue that football is so popular in America because:
a. It is more violent than other sports. b. It is easier to show commercials during football games than during other sorts of sports. c. People are willing to pay more money for football tickets than for those of other sports. d. It manipulates dangerous and controversial themes in American culture. e. Members of the team are more equal in football than in other sports.
The term ethnicity was originally proposed in order to avoid the emotional baggage associated with the term race
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Cultural resource management is an example of applied
A. ethnology. B. biological anthropology. C. archaeology. D. linguistic anthropology. E. ethnography.