Was there a prehistoric trend from smaller to larger political units?
American Journal of Sociology • Vol/Iss. 49 • Published In • Pages: 289-301 •
By Hart, Hornell, Taylor, Donald L.
Hypothesis
"[There is] a high positive correlation between technological and political development among primitive peoples [political complexity an indirect measure of geographical area controlled by a society]" (289)
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pearson’s product-moment correlation | Supported | p<.01 | .72 | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Political Development | Association | Territorial Organization |
| Technological Development | Association | Tools And Appliances, Production And Supply |