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The Family in Cross-Cultural Perspective

Question 6 • CR04258 Sociology

If a newly married couple is expected to live with or near the husband’s parent, they are most likely part of a

Answer
A
patrilocality.
B
bilocality.
C
matrilocality.
D
neolocality.

Explanation

Patrilocality is a residence pattern in which a newly married couple lives with or near the husband’s family. Therefore, the couple described is part of a patrilocal system. Matrilocality refers to living near the wife’s family, while neolocality means setting up a separate residence.

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