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rlane42

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on: Jul 10, 2018
What is the primary difference between systems of unilineal and bilateral descent?
 
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Name three basic functions of kinship.
 
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Reply #1 on: Jul 10, 2018
Answer to Question 1

In unilineal kinship systems, kin groups do not overlap as they do in bilateral.

Answer to Question 2

It provides mutual aid, inheritance of wealth and office, and a social structure for society.


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