Internal war: a cross-cultural study
American Anthropologist • Vol/Iss. 70 • Published In • Pages: 277-289 •
By Otterbein, Keith F.
Hypothesis
". . . uncentralized political systems are more likely to have war initiated by anyone rather than by an official of the political community if fraternal interest groups are present" (282)
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phi coefficient | Supported | p<.001 | .64 | Two-tailed |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Fraternal Interest Groups (polygyny) | Independent | Polygamy |
| Political Centralization | Independent | Territorial Organization |
| War Initiating Party | Dependent | Instigation Of War |