Which of the following research topics might be the main focus of a biological anthropologist?
A) the point in human evolution at which the anatomical capacity for language emerged
B) the historical construction of language families to see when different languages diverged from a common stock
C) investigating the social behaviour of Rastafarians
D) locating the remains of ancient Babylon

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Biological anthropologists focus on the biological and evolutionary aspects of human beings. The emergence of the anatomical capacity for language is a topic within this scope.

Answer: C
 Investigating the social behaviour of a specific cultural group, such as Rastafarians, would fall under the domain of cultural anthropology rather than biological anthropology.

Answer: D
 Locating the remains of ancient Babylon would fall under the domain of archaeology rather than biological anthropology.

Which of the Following Research Topics Might Be the Main