What was Franz Boas' main theory? A.There are many different cultures, but none of them are better than any others. B.European cultures are better than non-European cultures. C.Human behavior is innate. D.The environment and social conditions do not contribute to differences between populations.

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What was Franz Boas' main theory?

	A.	There are many different cultures, but none of them are better than any others.
	B.	European cultures are better than non-European cultures.
	C.	Human behavior is innate.
	D.	The environment and social conditions do not contribute to differences between populations.

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Step 1: Franz Boas' Theory

Franz Boas' main theory was cultural relativism, which holds that all cultures are equally valid and should be understood on their own terms. He rejected the idea that European cultures were superior to non-European cultures. He also believed that human behavior was shaped by both biology and culture, and that the environment and social conditions could contribute to differences between populations.