A Material Function of Sacrificing Cattle as Part of a Religious

question 38

Multiple Choice

A material function of sacrificing cattle as part of a religious festival suggests that:

• A)Cattle stand for the deviant members of society and killing them purifies society.
• B)Communal feasts are an effective way of distributing meat in societies without refrigeration.
• C)Meat is not an important resource in societies that practice such sacrifice.
• D)People who sacrifice animals have little understanding of ecology or proper animal husbandry.
• E)Only weak,sick,and elderly beasts are actually killed,thus proper management techniques are enshrined in religious ritual.

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Definitions:

Differential Action

The mechanism in a vehicle's differential that allows two drive wheels to rotate at different speeds while turning, improving traction and handling.

Outside Wheel

In vehicular turns, the wheel farthest from the turn center, which travels a greater distance and may experience more wear.

Inside Wheel

The wheel on the inside of a turn or curve, which generally travels a shorter distance than the outside wheel, affecting vehicle dynamics.

Drive Pinion

The smaller gear in a gear set that transfers motion to the larger gear or gear rack, frequently used in steering systems and differentials.