Three common characteristics of hunter-gatherer societies were
smaller-sized communities
age and gender divisions
little knowledge of plants and animals
moving around a lot
no understanding of tools and fire

The three common characteristics of hunter-gatherer societies were:

a) smaller-sized communities

b) age and gender divisions

c) moving around a lot.

These groups had a lot of knowledge about plants and animals and great understanding of tools and fire.

i agree, but what is the question here?

explanation:

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