Cross-Cultural Observations Suggest That Infants Are Likely to Be Carried

question 126

Multiple Choice

Cross-cultural observations suggest that infants are likely to be carried for longer periods during the day and for months during infancy when __________.

• A)women marry at younger ages
• B)families live in extended family groups
• C)men help with childcare
• D)they need to be protected from dangers

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Wage Rate

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