In attempting to change the sexual division of labor within western Indian tribes, reformers sometimes caused ______________.
A) a decline in the economic independence of Indian women
B) a feeling of emasculation among Indian males
C) warfare between tribal factions
D) a breakdown of the political systems of western tribes

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By attempting to change the traditional roles of women within western Indian tribes, reformers often undermined the economic independence of women, as their traditional tasks were often tied to economic production and distribution. This resulted in a decline in the economic status of women who were forced to adopt new roles.

In Attempting to Change the Sexual Division of Labor Within