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Read the pair of sentences given below: S1: Early environmental determinism argued that a society's cultural and psychological traits were dictated by the physical climate and topography of its region. S2: Modern geographers, however, favor 'possibilism,' which suggests that while the environment sets certain constraints, human agency and technology determine the cultural outcome. Select the most appropriate relationship of the second sentence (S2) to the first sentence (S1).
- 1It juxtaposes a contemporary scientific perspective against the stated traditional one.✓
- 2It claims that human agency is a myth in the face of nature.
- 3It argues that topography is the most important factor in human history.
- 4It reinforces the idea that climate dictates psychological traits.
Correct answer
It juxtaposes a contemporary scientific perspective against the stated traditional one.
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