Author Question: Please define polyandry, and supply one example from the text. What will be an ideal ... (Read 81 times)

codyclark · **on:** Jun 18, 2018

Please define polyandry, and supply one example from the text.

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

During a debate about marriages, Jim is of the opinion that there is a direct correlation between a woman's salary and her willingness to get married.

However, Carlos disagrees and states that there is no direct relationship between salary and marriage. Which of the following is an accurate statement that strengthens Jim's argument?
A) Women with high salaries and education levels are often unwilling to settle down with men who earn less than they do.
B) Due to the rise of feminism, most women in America are opposed to marrying men who earn more money than them.
C) Employment decreases a woman's chances of meeting eligible men and may reduce her attractiveness to potential suitors.
D) Studies have shown that due to glass ceiling effect, many women are increasingly wary of marrying men in higher positions.

akemokai · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 18, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Polyandry is a form of polygamy in which women have multiple husbands at the same time. These husbands are typically brothers. In these relationships, the woman mates with more than one male. Polyandry is common practice in Tibet, where it is considered a wealth- conserving kinship mechanism.

Answer to Question 2

A