Which of the Following Is Characteristic of Polyandry as Practiced

question 61

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is characteristic of polyandry as practiced by the Tibetans?

• A) There is frequently a shortage of men.
• B) Polyandry helps to prevent the constant subdividing of farmlands among sons.
• C) Polyandry increases the number of descendants a man will have.
• D) Polyandry prevents the ratio of men to women from getting out of balance.

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Definitions:

Utility Function

A mathematical representation of how different goods or bundles of goods provide satisfaction or utility to a consumer.

Substitution Effect

The change in the consumption of goods as a result of a change in their relative prices, holding the consumer's utility level constant.

Income

The financial gain received by an individual or business, typically expressed as a total earnings or profit.

Price

The amount of money required to purchase a good or service, or the value that consumers are willing to pay for it.