Physical Anthropologists Who Study Variation Within and Among Human Populations

question 14

Multiple Choice

Physical anthropologists who study variation within and among human populations would be interested in questions such as:

• A) Why do most Africans have dark skin?
• B) What did the civilizations of Egypt and Greece have in common with one another?
• C) Why are French and Italian similar to one another?
• D) Are there similarities in marriage customs between Muslims and Jews?

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Definitions:

Childhood Exposure

The experiences or environments a person is exposed to during their formative years, which can significantly impact their development.

Operant Conditioning

A learning process in which behavior is strengthened or weakened by reinforcement or punishment.

Respondent Conditioning

Another term for classical conditioning, emphasizing the response aspect of the conditioning process.

Inefficient Way

A method or process that does not achieve desired outcomes with minimal waste of time, resources, or effort.