Which of the following terms refers only to the marriage of a man to more than one woman at the same time?

A. polyandry
B. polygamy
C. polygyny
D. monogamy


Answer: C

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What will be an ideal response?

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What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following is the best example of a "master status"?

eye color race or ethnicity number of siblings birthplace

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