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There are very important and practical issues raised by following this alternative route which says, lets look to materi
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"There are very important and practical issues raised by following this alternative route which says, let's look to material conditions, to the systems of production, to the needs that human beings have, and to competing alternative solutions to the satisfaction of those needs"

- Marvin Harris

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This quote by Marvin Harris suggests that when searching for solutions to human needs, we ought to consider the product conditions, systems of production, and completing alternative solutions. This alternative path emphasizes the significance of looking at the useful issues that arise when trying to satisfy human requirements. It recommends that we ought to think about the material conditions, such as resources and technology, along with the systems of production, such as the labor and capital involved in producing items and services. In addition, it suggests that we need to consider the contending alternative options to the fulfillment of human needs, such as various approaches of production or different types of items and services. By taking a look at these useful concerns, we can much better understand the needs of people and develop options that are more reliable and efficient.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Marvin Harris between August 18, 1927 and October 25, 2001. He/she was a famous Scientist from USA. The author also have 18 other quotes.

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