A married couple living apart from either family is described by which term?

A married couple living apart from either family is described by which term?

• A. Polygyny
• B. Endogamy
• C. Exogamy
• D. Neolocal

Answer: (D)

This item tests the residence pattern after marriage—the location where the couple sets up their new home. Neolocal residence means the married couple establishes a new, independent household away from both of their families. This reflects a move toward independence and a distinct household separate from parental homes, which is common in modern, industrialized contexts. The other terms describe different ideas. Polygyny is about a man having multiple wives, not where a couple lives. Endogamy refers to marrying within a specific social group, while exogamy means marrying outside that group. Both concern who you marry, not the living arrangement after marriage.

This item tests the residence pattern after marriage—the location where the couple sets up their new home. Neolocal residence means the married couple establishes a new, independent household away from both of their families. This reflects a move toward independence and a distinct household separate from parental homes, which is common in modern, industrialized contexts.

The other terms describe different ideas. Polygyny is about a man having multiple wives, not where a couple lives. Endogamy refers to marrying within a specific social group, while exogamy means marrying outside that group. Both concern who you marry, not the living arrangement after marriage.