What role would an archaeologist play in relation to historical information?(1 point)

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determining the author of the Old Testament of the Bible
determining the author of the Old Testament of the Bible

determining the purpose of a Neolithic Era axe
determining the purpose of a Neolithic Era axe

determining the route Columbus took based on diaries
determining the route Columbus took based on diaries

determining how goods from China were sold in European markets based on records
determining how goods from China were sold in European markets based on records

Answer 1

An archaeologist would primarily play a role in determining the purpose of a Neolithic Era axe. Archaeologists analyze physical artifacts and their context to understand past human behaviors, cultures, and technologies. The other options involve more textual analysis and historical interpretation rather than physical archaeological study.