The most common kinship system found in commercial societies, such as the U.S., and also in foraging societies is:
A) Hawaiian.
B) Crow.
C) Iroquois.
D) Inuit.

Question

The most common kinship system found in commercial societies, such as the U.S., and also in foraging societies is:
A)  Hawaiian.
B)  Crow.
C)  Iroquois.
D)  Inuit.

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The Inuit kinship system, also known as the Eskimo kinship system, is the most common in commercial societies like the U.S. and in foraging societies. It distinguishes between relatives on the basis of direct lineage and collateral relatives, simplifying the classification of cousins and siblings.

The Most Common Kinship System Found in Commercial Societies, Such