Why is matrilocal residence not quite a mirror image of patrilocal residence?

A) In matrilocal societies, the husband’s kin often are not far away.
B) In matrilocal societies, the head of the family is the eldest man.
C) In patrilocal societies, the wife moves into the household of her father’s uncle.
D) In patrilocal societies, the wife’s move to her husband’s household is temporary.


A) In matrilocal societies, the husband’s kin often are not far away.

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