Which of the Following Is NOT a Reason That the Indian

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a reason that the Indian sacred cow is adaptive,according to Harris's studies?

• A) Zebu cattle require less food per animal than do beef cattle.
• B) Wandering cattle indirectly provide fertilizer for agricultural fields.
• C) Zebu cattle are frequently slaughtered and their meat distributed on ceremonial occasions.
• D) Cattle dung provides a cheap source of heating and cooking energy.
• E) Cattle are an affordable form of power for peasant farmers.

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