Which of the Following Distinguishes a Bilateral Kindred from a Lineage

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which of the following distinguishes a bilateral kindred from a lineage?

• A) Kindreds have overlapping memberships, whereas lineages do not.
• B) Lineages are descent groups, whereas kindreds are not.
• C) Membership in a kindred is traced through only one parent, whereas membership in a lineage is traced through both parents.
• D) Membership in a kindred is traced through females, whereas membership in a lineage is traced through males.

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