Which of the following best describes the primary factor that led to the diversity of Native American cultures in North America before 1492?
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Correct answer: The adaptation of different groups to diverse environmental and geographic conditions
Native American societies were shaped largely by their environments. Groups in the Pacific Northwest relied on fishing and cedar forests, while groups in the Southwest adapted to arid climates through complex irrigation systems.
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