The Diffusionists Focused Their Theory On

question 6

Multiple Choice

The diffusionists focused their theory on:

• A) the principle of evolution as the major explanatory reason for cultural variability.
• B) different levels of cultural borrowing to explain cultural diversity.
• C) inductive methodology.
• D) a general law to explain all aspects of human life.
• E) the idea of materialism and technology as the basis of cultural diversity.

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