According to Leslie White's Theory of the Evolution of Sociocultural

question 32

Multiple Choice

According to Leslie White's theory of the evolution of sociocultural systems, the most highly evolved culture would be one __________.

• A) using nuclear energy to generate electricity
• B) dependent upon animals to pull plows
• C) with industries powered by coal and steam
• D) based on the use of human labor alone

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Definitions:

Chimera

An organism consisting of two or more kinds of genetically dissimilar cells.

Genetically Similar Cells

Cells that have nearly identical genetic material, often as a result of replication in processes such as mitosis.

Homeotic Genes

Genes that control the development of anatomical structures in organisms, ensuring parts develop in the correct locations.

Transcription Factors

Proteins that regulate gene expression by binding to DNA sequences, thereby controlling the transfer of genetic information from DNA to mRNA.