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What has been suggested about the role of games in the evolution of the human species?
What has been suggested about the role of games in the evolution of the human species?
- Games were a means of social control within early human societies
- Games had no significant impact on the evolution of the human species
- Games were primarily a form of entertainment for early humans
- Games provided a safe space for experimenting with strategies to achieve goals in life (correct)
What distinguishes the human species in relation to playing games?
What distinguishes the human species in relation to playing games?
- Playing games as a form of physical exercise
- Creating more complex games than other species
- Using games primarily for survival
- Continuing to play games into adulthood (correct)
What is the proposed alternative name for the human species based on their relationship with games?
What is the proposed alternative name for the human species based on their relationship with games?
- Homo strategos
- Homo ludens (correct)
- Homo sapiens ludens
- Homo gameus
What has mathematics been described as in relation to games?
What has mathematics been described as in relation to games?
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What purpose did games serve in exploring the rules governing the universe?
What purpose did games serve in exploring the rules governing the universe?
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