Paternal investment and the human mating system
Behavioural Processes • Vol/Iss. 51(1) • Elsevier Scientific Publishers B.V. (Biomedical Division) • Amsterdam • Published In • Pages: 45-61 •
By Marlowe, Frank W.
Hypothesis
Controlling for mode of subsistence and male contribution, father-infant proximity (proxy for direct infant care) is negatively correlated with polygyny (p. 52).
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| multiple regression | Supported | p<.05 | beta = -.22 | Two-tailed |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Paternal Investment | Independent | Division Of Labor By Gender, Infant Care, Child Care |
| Polygyny | Dependent | Polygamy |