While Most of the World's Societies Allow Polygyny, Most Men

question 20

Multiple Choice

While most of the world's societies allow polygyny, most men in these societies are monogamous. Why is that?

• A) men prefer monogamous relationships
• B) women prefer monogamous relationships
• C) men often do not know they have the option
• D) few societies have enough women for polygyny to be widely practiced

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