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Frost2351

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on: Jul 10, 2018
Which of these statements about polyandrous marriage is FALSE?
 
  a. In places where it is permitted it is not the primary form of marriage.
  b. Responsibility for the wife and children is shared equally by all the brothers/husbands.
  c. Polyandry has the effect of keeping population low.
  d. Women in polyandrous marriages tend to have a higher standard of living than others.

Question 2

What seems to be the best explanation for the practice of polyandrous marriage?
 
  a. Grooms' families save money by only needing bridewealth once.
  b. It increases population growth.
  c. It keeps the family land holdings together.
  d. All of these are explanations for polyandry.


bobsmith

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Reply #1 on: Jul 10, 2018
Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

c


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