Anthropologists have studied head shape for well over a century.A newly discovered population has extremely elongated heads.This probably means that:
A)the population was isolated genetically and so evolved an unusually head shape
B)the growth pattern of the head was influenced by unusual dietary patterns
C)an unusual mutation occurred in this population for elongated heads
D)elongation of the head may not be the result of any biological factor since some people artificially alter the shape of their heads

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Artificial cranial deformation is a known cultural practice among various groups throughout history, where the shape of the skull is intentionally altered for aesthetic or cultural reasons. This suggests that the elongated heads might not necessarily be due to genetic, dietary, or mutation factors but could instead be the result of cultural practices.

Anthropologists Have Studied Head Shape for Well Over a Century