On Channel Island, an Increase in Population Size and Density

question 47

Multiple Choice

On Channel Island, an increase in population size and density due to an increased exploitation of marine foods led to __________.

• A) a decline in general health
• B) a decrease in interpersonal violence
• C) less sedentary lives
• D) simpler social organization

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