The nature of exogamy in relation to cross-allegiance/alliance of social units
Behavior Science Research • Vol/Iss. 4 • Published In • Pages: 255-276 •
By Kang, Gay Elizabeth
Hypothesis
In a subsample of societies with either high social complexity or low social complexity, exogamy will be positively associated with cross-allegiance/ alliance between exogamous groups (262).
Note
Results did not support the hypothesis on the lineage, clan, or local group level. The hypothesis is also tested accounting for random error, systematic error, and regional differences. All tests fail to support the hypothesis.
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| tau-b | Not Supported | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Cross-allegiance | Dependent | Inter-community Relations |
| Exogamy | Independent | Regulation Of Marriage |
| Social Complexity | Combined | Population |