Asked by Latia Cooper on Jun 29, 2024
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Descent groups are:
A) based on residence rules
B) strict clan memberships
C) various nonkin institutions
D) based on a common ancestor
Descent Groups
Social groups whose membership is based on lineage or ancestry, tracing relationships through either maternal or paternal lines.
Common Ancestor
An individual or species from which two or more descendant species or individuals are derived in evolutionary biology, indicating a point of divergence in their lineage.
- Distinguish and classify types of kinship systems and lineage groupings.
Verified Answer
BC
Brianna ChichesterJun 29, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Descent groups are based on a common ancestor, tracing lineage through either the paternal or maternal line. They are important for determining kinship ties, inheritance, and social standing in many societies. Residence rules and clan memberships may be associated with descent groups, but are not defining characteristics. Nonkin institutions are not considered descent groups.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish and classify types of kinship systems and lineage groupings.
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