Among the Tiwi, a man may betroth his infant daughter to a friend or potential ally who he thinks will bring him economic aid and social advantage

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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A) project evaluation B) project implementation C) project design D) project identification

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In matrilineal societies

A. descent groups include only the children of the group's women. B. descent groups include only the children of the group's men. C. sons become lifetime members of their mother's group, but daughters belong to their father's group. D. daughters become lifetime members of their mother's group, but sons belong to their father's group. E. postmarital residence tends to be patrilocal.

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What makes it possible for humans to accumulate an amazing amount of information over long periods of time?

a. social learning b. television c. social media d. Mimicry

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According to the Immigration Policy lecture, U.S. immigrant admissions policy prioritizes family reunification

a. true b. false

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