Many researchers argue that cognitive archaeology will be most successful when historical and ethnographic documentation is unavailable, because with the use of such data, the archaeologists' creativity and imagination are limited.

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Cognitive archaeology benefits from historical and ethnographic documentation as these sources can provide context, validate interpretations, and guide the understanding of past thought processes and cultural practices, rather than limiting creativity and imagination.

Many Researchers Argue That Cognitive Archaeology Will Be Most Successful