Which Term Refers to a System of Interrelated Ideas Used

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which term refers to a system of interrelated ideas used to explain a set of observations

• A) empirical set 
• B) theory 
• C) hypothesis 
• D) sociohistorical context

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Definitions:

Gracile Australopithecines

A subgroup of the Australopithecus genus characterized by their more slender and lightly built frame compared to their robust cousins.

Utilitarian Artifacts

Objects made by humans for practical purposes rather than for decoration or artistic expression.

Regional Specialization

The development of specific economic activities and industries in particular areas or regions, often based on geographic benefits or resource availability.

Evolutionary Placement

The determination of the position or relationship of an organism or a group of organisms within an evolutionary tree, showing how species are related to each other.