Living quarter arrangements in polygyny and circumcision and segregation of males at puberty
Ethnology • Vol/Iss. 13 • Published In • Pages: 401-413 •
By Kitahara, Michio
Hypothesis
In polygynous societies, separate living quarters for co-wives are positively associated with male circumcision and/or male segregation at puberty (405).
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chi square | Supported | p<.001 | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Living Quarters For Co-wives, Separate | Independent | Household, Polygamy, Residence |
| Male Circumcision At Puberty | Dependent | Body Alterations, Puberty And Initiation |
| Male Segregation At Puberty | Dependent | Status Of Adolescents |