A Common Scenario Is One in Which Cultural Practices Are

question 35

Multiple Choice

A common scenario is one in which cultural practices are __________ in the short term but __________ in the long term.

• A) adaptive, maladaptive
• B) maladaptive, adaptive
• C) accepted, taboo
• D) taboo, accepted

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Definitions:

Nociceptors

Nociceptors are sensory receptors that respond to potentially harmful stimuli by sending nerve signals to the spinal cord and brain, which is interpreted as pain.

Mechanical Damage

Physical harm or injury caused to structures or materials due to external forces or stress.

Toxic Substances

Materials or compounds that cause harm to organisms when ingested, inhaled, or come into contact with skin or mucous membranes.

Cutaneous Receptor

A sensory receptor found in the skin that responds to various stimuli like touch, pressure, heat, or cold.