In contrast to research anthropologists, who are almost always employed in universities, __________ anthropologists are commonly employed in government agencies, development agencies, consulting firms, charitable foundations, and other settings outside academia.
A) applied
B) historical
C) archaic
D) philosophical

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Applied anthropology is the branch of anthropology that applies anthropological theories, methods, and insights to practical problems in contemporary societies. This often involves working outside of academia in various professional settings such as government agencies, development agencies, consulting firms, and charitable foundations. Historical, archaic, and philosophical anthropology are all subfields of anthropology, but they are not typically associated with employment outside of academia.

In Contrast to Research Anthropologists, Who Are Almost Always Employed