Which of these statements about polyandry is true?

A. Polyandry almost always takes the form of a sororate.
B. Polyandry is a cultural adaptation to mobility associated with male travel for trade, commerce, and warfare.
C. Polyandry is found only among mining communities in Madagascar.
D. Polyandry is not considered a possible marriage form.
E. Polyandry is a cultural adaptation to the high labor demands of rice cultivation.


Answer: B

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