A key component to bioarchaeological study of human remains is the emphasis on __________.
A) determining the identity of individuals
B) investigating the relationship among groups
C) determining motive in a crime scene
D) understanding the cultural context of remains

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Bioarchaeologists seek to understand the cultural context in which human remains were found, including things like burial practices, dietary habits, and health status. While aspects of identity and relationships may also be studied, these are often secondary to contextualization. Motive in a crime scene is outside the scope of bioarchaeology.

A Key Component to Bioarchaeological Study of Human Remains Is