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570. Is Gynecology the Best Innovation Ever?
Freakonomics Radio
The Evolution of Monogamy and Social Dynamics
The shift towards more exclusive sexual relationships within societies allows males to know their offspring and inherit social status, disrupting the previous female-dominated inheritance. This shift may have originated from males forming relationships with females and their offspring through acts of generosity, as observed in matriarchal baboons. However, the exact moment of this shift and its frequency are unknown, leading to potential societal problems as males gain advantages from these exclusive relationships.
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