Fertility and mode of subsistence: a phylogenetic analysis
Current Anthropology • Vol/Iss. 38 • Published In • Pages: 878-889 •
By Sellen, Daniel W., Mace, Ruth
Hypothesis
A culturally independent association exists between dependence on agriculture and fertility(879).
Note
The sample was also divided into permanently settled groups and groups with some mobility. An association between agriculture and fertility was found among non-permanent groups, but not among permanently settled groups.
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| multiple regression | Supported | p<.005 | 0.37 | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Dependence On Agriculture | Independent | Food Quest |
| Total Fertility Rate | Dependent | Birth Statistics |