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Which of the following best defines polygyny?
 
  A. the type of marriage in which there is more than one husband
  B. the custom whereby a wife marries the brother of her dead husband
  C. the type of marriage involving only two spouses
  D. the custom whereby a widower marries the sister of his dead wife
  E. the type of marriage in which there is more than one wife

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What is the name of the custom by which a widower marries the sister of his deceased wife?
 
  A. sororate marriage
  B. serial polyandry
  C. filial marriage
  D. levirate marriage
  E. fraternal marriage



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: E

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Answer: A




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Reply 2 on: Aug 11, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


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