Question

Which of the following describes a family where the mother and the father share authority?

a. matrilocality
c. egalitarian
b. patriarchy
d. matriarchy

Answer 1

matrilocality - a newly married couple lives with the wife's parents
patrilocality - a newly married couple lives with the husband's parents
patriarchy - the father has the authority in the family
matriarchy - the mother has the authority in the family

the answer to the questions is:
c. egalitarian - both father and mother share authority in the family

Answer 2

Answer: C. Egalitarian

Explanation: Egalitarian in general means that all people have the same rights, as well as the prerequisites and opportunities. In an egalitarian family, both mother and father have the same authority, not alone over children, but also that one of the spouses has no power or authority over another spouse. If one of the spouses had power over these others, it would then be a matriarchy or patriarchy. When it comes to authority over children, it's meant a model that parents give to children and upbringing.