Which of the Following Is an Example of a Systemic

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a systemic context?

• A) An artifact scatter left on the floor of an abandoned pithouse is covered by windblown sediment.
• B) A projectile point that had been lost while hunting is carried downstream in a flash flood, becoming part of the archaeological record.
• C) A ceramic vessel is manufactured, decorated, and used to cook with.
• D) All of the answers are correct.

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Definitions:

Hysterectomy

A surgical procedure for removing the uterus, and sometimes also the cervix and other reproductive organs.

Tympanic Membranes

Thin layers of tissue located in the ear, commonly known as the eardrum, that vibrate in response to sound waves.

Swollen Meatus

Inflammation and swelling of the opening of the urethra or auditory canal, which can be caused by infection or injury.

Mastoid Area

The region located behind the ear, containing the mastoid bone, which is involved in the middle ear's drainage and ventilation system.