An archaeological indicator of matrilocal versus patrilocal residence
American Antiquity • Vol/Iss. 38 • Published In • Pages: 177-182 •
By Ember, Melvin
Hypothesis
Since in societies with sororal polygyny co-wives live together in the same house, it should also be true that sisters find it easier to live together when they are married to different men in matrilocal societies. I expected houses in matrilocal societies to have a larger living floor area than houses in patrilocal societies (177)
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comparison of means | Supported | p<.01 | .87 | One-tailed |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Living Floor Area Of Dwelling | UNKNOWN | Dwellings |
| Residence | UNKNOWN | Residence |