Which statement best reflects the interdisciplinary nature of prehistoric studies?

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Question

Which statement best reflects the interdisciplinary nature of prehistoric studies?

A
It integrates evidence from archaeology, anthropology, geology, and other sciences
B
It depends only on archaeological excavations
C
It relies exclusively on literary evidence
D
It studies only stone tools

Explanation

Prehistory combines evidence from multiple disciplines.

Prehistoric studies draw upon archaeology, anthropology, geology, paleontology, environmental science, and related disciplines to reconstruct the human past.

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