__________ are lineages organized in a hierarchical structure, ranked according to the number of generations they encompass

a. Matriclans
b. Patriclans
c. Segmentary lineages
d. Corporate lineages


Answer: c

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How can mass media play a cultural role for those individuals and families leading transnational lives?

What will be an ideal response?

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