Sexual division of labor in agriculture
American Anthropologist • Vol/Iss. 86(3) • American Anthropological Association • • Published In • Pages: 568-583 •
By Burton, Michael L., White, Douglas R.
Hypothesis
The presence of the plow will decrease female contribution to agriculture (574).
Note
Correlation coefficient, Pearson's R=-.38 for female contribution to agriculture and presence of the plow. Multiple regression: Presence of the plow is a weak predictor of female participation in agriculture once other variables are controlled for.
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Correlation, multiple regression | Supported | p<.005 | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Contribution To Agriculture | Dependent | Division Of Labor By Gender |
| Presence Of The Plow | Independent | Agricultural Machinery |