Hunting and the development of sign language: a cross-cultural test
Journal of Anthropological Research • Vol/Iss. 33 • Published In • Pages: 185-201 •
By Divale, William Tulio, Zipin, Clifford
Hypothesis
Sign language will be found in smaller societies whose member are more likely to sustain frequent contacts with members of neighboring societies (188).
Note
Sampling procedures inhibited an adequate test of this hypothesis.
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gamma | Partially supported | p<.05 | Gamma= .61 | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Sign Language | Dependent | Gestures And Signs |
| Total Population Of Society | Independent | Population |