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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