Which of the Following Statements Correctly Describes Changing Social Dynamic

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements correctly describes changing social dynamic between elites and commoners?

• A) The cultural gulf between elites and commoners became much smaller.
• B) Religious authorities sought to "reform" the cultural practices of ordinary people.
• C) Both the elites and commoners led missionary efforts, which were aimed strictly at Native Americans.
• D) Many minority languages disappeared due to increased contact between elites and commoners.
• E) Whereas elites and commoners rarely crossed paths before, they now both began attending local festivals.

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Definitions:

Optimal

The most favorable or desirable condition or outcome, especially from the standpoint of biology, where it often refers to the most efficient allocation of resources for survival and reproduction.

Fitness Payoff

The benefit gained in terms of reproductive success and survival by adopting a particular behavior or strategy.

Thief Phenotype

A behavioral characteristic exhibited by some individuals, where they steal resources (such as food or nesting materials) from other members of the same or different species.

Fitness Cost

A negative effect on the reproductive success of an individual, often resulting from a particular trait or behavior.