Sexual division of labor and cross cultural research
Social Forces • Vol/Iss. 37 • Published In • Pages: 77-79 •
By Heath, Dwight B.
Hypothesis
"Sexual differentiation in subsistence production may be reflected in the normal form of marriage. . . . We hypothesize that polyandry would tend to be the norm where woman's contribution is minimal; polygyny where it is considerable" (79)
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chi square | Supported | p<.001 | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Female Subsistence Contribution | Dependent | Division Of Labor By Gender |
| Form Of Marriage | Independent | Polygamy |