Which of the following would NOT be included in an anthropologist's study of art?
A) obtaining the life history or background of the artist who created the work
B) identifying the meaning or symbolism the art has for the artist and the audience
C) ranking the work of different artists according to the anthropologist's personal tastes
D) understanding the representation of social structure by the artist

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Anthropologists strive for objectivity in their research and analysis, and personal taste should not influence their interpretation of art. They would focus on contextual factors such as the artist's background, cultural symbolism, and social representations, but not on subjective evaluations of artistic quality.

Which of the Following Would NOT Be Included in an Anthropologist's