Suppose an Anthropologist Studies a Culture in Which Adults Have

question 162

Multiple Choice

Suppose an anthropologist studies a culture in which adults have very poor diets and consequently are considerably shorter than would be expected. The word that describes this condition is:

• A) anorexia
• B) anemia
• C) kwashiorkor
• D) stunting

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Definitions:

Conscientious

Referring to a trait of being thorough, careful, or vigilant; implies a desire to do a task well.

Critical Thinking

involves the objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form a judgment.

Defensible

Defensible refers to something that can be supported or maintained with evidence, making it justifiable in the face of scrutiny or challenge.

Scientific Reasoning

Refers to the methodological approach of using empirical data, observations, and experiments to form hypotheses and conclusions.