Which of the following statements about groups with the patrilineal-patrilocal complex is NOT true?

A. They are sometimes characterized by a view that females are dangerous and polluting.
B. Their land and prestige are passed through the females.
C. They have strongly developed private–public dichotomies.
D. They have their prestige goods under male control.
E. They often practice polygyny and have patterns of intervillage raiding.


Answer: B

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