The American Anthropological Association adopted a standard code of ethics in 1971 that affirmed the anthropologist's primary responsibility to ensure the protection of the people under study.

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The statement is true. The American Anthropological Association did adopt a standard code of ethics in 1971 that emphasized the importance of protecting the rights and welfare of people who are the subjects of anthropological research. This code of ethics has been revised over the years to address new ethical concerns that have arisen in the field.

The American Anthropological Association Adopted a Standard Code of Ethics