Why Did Pastoral Societies Emerge Only in the Afro-Eurasian World

question 6

Multiple Choice

Why did pastoral societies emerge only in the Afro-Eurasian world and not in the Americas?

• A) The environments in the Americas were not suitable for pastoral societies.
• B) The settled societies in the Americas lacked the necessary military prowess.
• C) There was a lack of large animals that could be domesticated in the Americas.
• D) There were no agricultural societies with which to trade in the Americas.

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Definitions:

Relative Frequency Approach

A method of probability assessment that involves observing the outcomes of a random experiment to estimate the probability of each outcome by dividing the number of times a specific outcome occurs by the total number of trials.

Long Term

Referring to an extended period of time, typically considered to be several years or more.

Past Data

Refers to previously collected or observed data used for analysis, comparison, or prediction.

Subjective Approach

A method based on personal opinions, interpretations, points of view, emotions and judgment.