Sexual division of labor and cross cultural research

Social Forces • Vol/Iss. 37 • Published In 1958 • Pages: 77-79 •

By Heath, Dwight B.

Abstract

This study examines the relationship between sexual division of labor and social organization variables. Results suggest relationships between both mode of marriage and polygamy and female contribution to subsistence.

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Hypotheses (2)
Hypothesis	Supported
". . . mode of marriage is related to the subsistence contribution of women in the society. . . . We expect a definite consideration to be tendered to the bride's family more often where the female contribution to subsistence is appreciable . . ." (78-79)	Supported
"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)	Supported

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Sexual division of labor and cross cultural research

Social Forces • Vol/Iss. 37 • Published In 1958 • Pages: 77-79 • Cite

By Heath, Dwight B.

Abstract

Samples

Hypotheses (2)

Social Forces • Vol/Iss. 37 • Published In 1958 • Pages: 77-79 •