Which of the following is an example patrilineal descent?

a. A man leaves all of his property to his eldest grandson.
b. a woman leaves all of her property to her eldest grandson.
c. A man leaves all of his property to his youngest daughter.
d. A woman leaves all of her property to her youngest daughter.


Answer: a

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