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Distinguish among patriarchal, matriarchal, and egalitarian types of family structure.
 
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Although progress has been made, women still receive an inferior education when compared to their male counterparts which has consequences for the rest of society as higher literacy rates are associated with __________.
 
  a. decreases in fertilityb. earlier age of marriage
 c. longer life spans d. less religious extremism



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Answer to Question 1

The most prevalent forms of familial power and authority are patriarchy, matriarchy,

and egalitarianism. A patriarchal family is a family structure in which authority is held

by the eldest male (usually the father). The male authority figure acts as head of the

household and holds power and authority over the women and children, as well as over

other males. A matriarchal family is a family structure in which authority is held by the

eldest female (usually the mother). In this case, the female authority figure acts as

head of the household. Although there has been a great deal of discussion about

matriarchal families, scholars have found no historical evidence to indicate that true

matriarchies ever existed. The most prevalent pattern of power and authority in

families is patriarchy. Across cultures, men are the primary (and often sole) decision

makers regarding domestic, economic, and social concerns facing the family. The

existence of patriarchy may give men a sense of power over their own lives, but it also

can create an atmosphere in which some men feel greater freedom to abuse women

and children. An egalitarian family is a family structure in which both partners share

power and authority equally. Recently, a trend toward more egalitarian relationships has

been evident in a number of countries as women have sought changes in their legal

status and increased educational and employment opportunities. Some degree of

economic independence makes it possible for women to delay marriage or to terminate

a problematic marriage.

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fahad

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Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


juliaf

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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