Seriation Differs from the Index Fossil Concept in That

question 24

Multiple Choice

Seriation differs from the index fossil concept in that:

• A) instead of relying on the presence or absence of distinctive kinds of artifacts, it relies on changes in the frequencies of artifacts or styles.
• B) instead of relying on changes in the frequencies of artifacts or styles, it relies on the presence or absence of distinctive kinds of artifacts.
• C) seriation applies only to pottery styles, while the index fossil concept can apply to all artifact facts.
• D) None of the answers; seriation is the same thing as the index fossil concept.

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Definitions:

Repression

A defense mechanism where unpleasant thoughts, memories, or desires are unconsciously excluded from consciousness.

Decay Theory

A theory suggesting that memory fades due to the mere passage of time, unless it is actively rehearsed.

Forgetting

The process of losing or being unable to retrieve information from memory.

Memory Fades

The gradual loss or weakening of memories over time, often due to the decay of neural connections.