Warfare, sex ratio and polygyny
Ethnology • Vol/Iss. 13 • Published In • Pages: 197-206 •
By Ember, Melvin
Hypothesis
"In the presence of a short [postpartum sex] taboo, which is the more crucial control situation, . . . [there is a strong] correlation between high male mortality and polygyny" (202)
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phi coefficient | Supported | p<.005 | .65 | One-tailed |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Male Mortality In Warfare | Independent | Mortality, Aftermath Of Combat |
| Polygyny | Dependent | Polygamy |
| Short Postpartum Taboo (control Factor) | Combined | General Sex Restrictions, Postnatal Care |