Demographic anthropologists are interested in demonstrating how cultural systems modify the natural environment

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Answer: F

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The process of globalization began more than 500 years ago

a. True b. False

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One problem with functionalist explanations of social stratification is that __________

a. they assume social stratification will disappear over time, but it does not b. they rely too much on social conflict c. they cannot account for situations in which those who reap greatest benefit are not the most competent members of society d. they ignore the role of women

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Potlatches are examples of negative reciprocity because, although the object was to give more over time than was received, __________ was/were the true commodity over which competition arose

a. wives b. rights to localized resources c. social prestige d. expanded kin networks

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