The Dani of New Guinea Have Only Two Words for Distinguishing

question 37

Multiple Choice

The Dani of New Guinea have only two words for distinguishing colors in their language. When tested for their ability to discriminate colors, Dani children

• A)show a different appreciation of color differences from those of American children.
• B)are unique in their differentiation of colors.
• C)have little interest in color variations.
• D)can discriminate the many colors of the spectrum.

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Definitions:

Holistic Perspective

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Globalization

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Developmental Adaptations

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Physiological Adaptations

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