Descent and Inheritance Rights Are Intricately Linked with Patterns of Power

question 40

Multiple Choice

Descent and inheritance rights are intricately linked with patterns of power and authority in families.Across cultures,the most prevalent pattern of power and authority in families is:

• A)homogamy
• B)matriarchy
• C)egalitarianism
• D)patriarchy

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