When Charles married Candace, everyone agreed that it was a match made in heaven. They were both doctors with strong traditional values, and both grew up in the countryside. Charles and Candace's marriage best illustrates an instance of _____.
A) homogamy
B) endogamy
C) exogamy
D) polygamy

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Homogamy is the tendency for people to marry others who have similar characteristics, such as education level, social class, and values. Charles and Candace both being doctors with strong traditional values and growing up in the countryside suggest that they share similar characteristics and values. Endogamy refers to marriage within a specific social, cultural, or religious group. Exogamy refers to marriage outside of one's own group. Polygamy involves having multiple spouses, which is not applicable in this scenario.

When Charles Married Candace, Everyone Agreed That It Was a Match