Which of the following statements about the Yanomami is incorrect?
A)The Yanomami were repeatedly assaulted by miners and cattle ranchers wanting their natural resources.
B)The various invaders into Yanomami territory introduced sexually transmitted diseases and alcoholism.
C)Prior to the arrival of missionaries and foreign traders,the Yanomami did not have to deal with cultural change.
D)The Brazilian state sent in military units to protect the miners as they torched large swathes of forestland.
E)In the late 1960s,a measles epidemic killed hundreds of Yanomami.

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It is incorrect to say that prior to the arrival of missionaries and foreign traders, the Yanomami did not have to deal with cultural change. The Yanomami have a long history of interaction and conflict with neighboring tribes and groups, leading them to develop defensive alliances and warlike behaviors. Additionally, they have also had contact with European explorers and slave traders since the 18th century.

Which of the Following Statements About the Yanomami Is Incorrect