Which of the Following Is a Descent Group That Is

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a descent group that is constructed through the mother's side of the family?

• A) patrilineal
• B) matrilineal
• C) ambilineal
• D) bilateral
• E) cognatic

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Walter Mischel

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