Which statement about polygyny in Africa is FALSE?
a. Polygyny is very rarely practiced today.
b. Some traditional women support it.
c. Men generally view polygyny more positively than women do.
d. Opposition to polygyny today comes from younger, well-educated women.
e. Many traditional African men today are under pressure by Christian churches to give up polygyny.
ANSWER:
a
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