The Explanations Given in This Chapter for the Differences in and Distribution

question 9

Multiple Choice

The explanations given in this chapter for the differences in and distribution of skin color in populations around the world are examples of

• A) punctuated equilibrium.
• B) the social construction of so-called scientific categories.
• C) attempts at classifying human groups into clines.
• D) explanatory approaches to human biological diversity.
• E) how having a political interest in justifying racial policies interferes with objective science.

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Definitions:

Anchored

A cognitive bias where an individual relies too heavily on an initial piece of information (the "anchor") when making subsequent judgments or decisions.

Prospect Theory

A behavioral economic theory that describes how people choose among probabilistic alternatives and assess the risk of loss differently from the potential for gains.

Pricing

The strategy and methodology of determining the selling price of a product or service, taking into account factors like cost, demand, and competition.

Packaging

entails the process and materials used to enclose or protect products for distribution, storage, sale, and use, often playing a key role in marketing.