An Exchange Theory Perspective on Couple Formation Preferences and Practices in Ecuador.
Exploratory studies of mate selection practices and preferences are reported. In the first study, the demographic characteristics of couple formation are explored in a nationally representative sample of women in Ecuador. Results indicate significant differences by region. In the second study, a soc...
| Publicado en: | Marriage & Family Review Vol. 35; no. 1/2; pp. 219 - 239 |
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Taylor & Francis Ltd
2003
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