As generations succeed generations,a lineage often divides and becomes a _______________ through the process called _________________.
A)phratry/ fission
B)moiety/ fission
C)clan/fracturing
D)clan/fission
E)totem/ancestry

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A lineage often divides and becomes a clan through the process called fission. Therefore, the best choice is D, clan/fission. Choices A and B are incorrect because phratry and moiety refer to larger kinship groups, not lineages. Choice C is incorrect because fracturing is not a commonly used term for lineage division. Choice E is incorrect because totem and ancestry are also not related to lineage division.

As Generations Succeed Generations,a Lineage Often Divides and Becomes a _______________