Why Does Marshall Sahlins State That Hunter-Gatherers Are the Original

question 35

Multiple Choice

Why does Marshall Sahlins state that hunter-gatherers are the original affluent society?

• A) They eat well, work little, and have lots of leisure time.
• B) They are rich in terms of meeting their needs.
• C) Their material wants are easily satisfied because they don't want much.
• D) All of the above.

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