An examination of racial classifications from around the world indicates that

A. the best racial classifications are based solely on phenotypical traits.
B. all cultures classify races similarly.
C. the classification of racial types is an arbitrary, culturally specific process.
D. the best racial classifications are based solely on genotype.
E. the best racial classifications are based on both genotype and phenotype.


Answer: C

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