The origins of the economy: a comparative study of distribution in primitive and peasant economies
New York: Academic Press • • Published In • Pages: ??•
By Pryor, Frederic L.
Hypothesis
The presence of slavery is correlated to the occurrence of "open resources" (247).
Note
Open resources occur when agricultural land is easy to maintain and when little capital or complex technological knowledge is necessary for agricultural production. Open resources do not occur when all land fit for cultivation has been appropriated. (229).
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple regression | Not Supported | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Open Resources | Independent | Tillage, Land Use |
| Slavery | Dependent | Slavery |