Which of the following tasks is an archaeologist most likely to engage in?
A) study material remains to reconstruct past cultures
B) study present-day languages to reconstruct when they diverged from a parent stock
C) study ancient inscriptions to explain contemporary behaviour
D) study tool use among gorillas

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Archaeologists study material remains such as artifacts and structures to reconstruct past cultures and societies. This includes analyzing the artifacts and structures to learn about the people who created them, their way of life, and the historical context in which they lived.

Which of the Following Tasks Is an Archaeologist Most Likely