Sexual division of labor in agriculture
American Anthropologist • Vol/Iss. 86(3) • American Anthropological Association • • Published In • Pages: 568-583 •
By Burton, Michael L., White, Douglas R.
Hypothesis
Dependence on tree crops will be associated with decreased female participation in agriculture (577).
Note
Pearson's R= -.14 for the correlation between tree crops and female contribution to agriculture. In the multiple regression, tree crops were found to have a universally negative effect on female agricultural participation.
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Correlation, multiple regression | Supported | p<.005 | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Dependence On Tree Crops | Independent | Arboriculture, Diet |
| Female Contribution To Agriculture | Dependent | Division Of Labor By Gender |