Ruth Benedict's theory of cultural relativism is important in studying mythology because _______________________________________________________________________.
A) it means reading mythological texts as part of developing an understanding of a group
B) it means that there are many opportunities for varying interpretations, since it is "relative"
C) students of mythology are always interested in culture
D) serious study must always have underlying theories to support ideas
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