A holocultural study of societal organization and modes of marriage: a general evolutionary model
HRAF • New Haven • Published In • Pages: ??•
By Evascu, Thomas L.
Hypothesis
"[Mode of marriage is related to societal differentiation]: brideservice . . . is associated with a low level of societal differentiation . . . bridewealth is associated with a medium level . . . and dowry and absence of economic considerations are associated with high levels of societal differentiation" (177-188)
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gamma | Supported | p<.001 | .70 | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Mode Of Marriage (compensation) | Association | Mode Of Marriage |
| Societal Differentiation | Association | Territorial Hierarchy |