The relationship between people and nature is the most basic determinant of how societies are ____,and therefore how people's choices are constrained.

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The word "determinant" suggests that the relationship between people and nature is a key factor in structuring a society. Therefore, the best choice is C, which means organized or arranged in a certain way. A, deconstructed, implies that a society is being broken down or taken apart, which does not make sense in the given context. B, functioning, suggests that a society is simply operating or working, but does not convey the idea of how it is structured. D, arranged, is similar in meaning to C and could also be a possible answer, but C is more commonly used in this context. E, stratified, refers more specifically to social classes within a society, and while the relationship between people and nature may have an influence on social stratification, it is not the most fundamental factor.

The Relationship Between People and Nature Is the Most Basic