Recently, the Bones (Not Fossils) of a Possible New Species

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Essay

Recently, the bones (not fossils) of a possible new species of humans (in the genus Homo) have been found on an island in Indonesia (an island nation southeast of Asia). Using radiometric dating, scientists can show that these people were alive as recently as 17,000 years ago. According to the information in this chapter, why do you think they probably used tools?

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Definitions:

Semiannual Interest

Interest that is both computed and disbursed semi-annually on an investment or loan.

Bond Discount

The financial disparity that occurs when a bond is sold for an amount below its stated face value, comparing its selling price to its face value.

Interest Method

A financial calculation used to determine the amount of interest due or earned over a specific period of time, considering factors like principal, rate, and time.

Annuity

An investment vehicle that provides a consistent series of payments to a person, mainly serving as a source of income for those who have retired.