Although polygynous and polyandrous marriage systems often cause jealousies and competition between co-spouses, in __________ marriage systems co-wives often become friends and allies

a. matrilocal
b. patrilineal and patrilocal
c. arranged
d. matrilineal and matrilocal


Answer: b

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