With respect to cranial capacity and dentition, Australopithecus afarensis may be considered __________

a. far more apelike than human
b. intermediate between living apes and modern humans
c. more human than apelike
d. completely distinct from both living apes and modern humans


Correct Answer: b

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The AAA disapproves of the Human Terrain System because

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As a way of revitalizing Arapaho, Professor Greymorning did all of the following except:

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Evidence suggests that ancient planners designed the city of _____ to have the San Juan River run through it

a. Macchu Picchu b. Tikal c. Chichen Itza d. Teotihuacan e. Tulum

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