Which of the Following Characteristics Was Shared by European, West

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which of the following characteristics was shared by European, West African, and Native American civilizations?

• A) Political systems based on the concept of village democracy
• B) Kinship systems based on matrilineal descent
• C) The organization of work assignments on the basis of a sexual division of labor
• D) The practice of settled agriculture as the primary mode of subsistence

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Definitions:

Willingness To Listen

A person's openness or receptivity to hearing and understanding messages or information from others, reflecting an attitude of respect and consideration.

MUM Effect

describes the reluctance to communicate unfavorable news or feedback due to the potential negative reaction from the recipient.

Reluctant

Feeling or showing hesitation, unwillingness, or disinclination.

Withholding

The action of keeping back, suppressing, or refraining from disclosing information.