Recently discovered remains from the Tugen Hills, dated to about 6 million years ago have been placed in the genus

a. Sahelanthropus.
b. Australopithecus.
c. Paranthropus.
d. Ardipithecus.
e. Orrorin.


e

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a. having as much specific data as possible about other cultures in the world. b. understanding our own culture. c. understanding how people from other cultures view us. d. gaining a critical understanding of what makes a “good” culture. e. having an interest in cultural diversity and change.

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