Which May Explain Why Men Generally Have Higher Status Than

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which may explain why men generally have higher status than women in most societies?

• A) economy of effort theory
• B) political warfare theory
• C) women's status will be high when they contribute substantially to primary subsistence
• D) women's status will be highest when they contribute mostly to secondary subsistence activities

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