The potlatch,as practiced by the Northwest Coast Indians,served to do all of the following except:

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The potlatch was a ceremonial event that involved giving away material goods and distributing resources, therefore it did not serve to show preservation of physical resources. Instead, it was used to confer status on generous givers, distribute material goods to a wide range of people, maintain regional stability, and measure the prestige of the host.

The Potlatch,as Practiced by the Northwest Coast Indians,served to Do