Tabitha and Samantha Are Discussing the Collapse of Mayan Civilization

question 13

Multiple Choice

Tabitha and Samantha are discussing the collapse of Mayan civilization. Tabitha says, "Only weak societies become extinct, so the Mayans must have been weak." Tabitha's views are in line with:

• A) Social Darwinism
• B) Social Laws
• C) Social Statics
• D) Social Dynamics

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