Sociologists Offer Several Explanations for the Fact That the Incest

question 59

Multiple Choice

Sociologists offer several explanations for the fact that the incest taboo is found everywhere. Look at the statements below and identify the statement that is NOT a claim made by sociologists.

• A) The incest taboo limits sexual competition within families.
• B) The incest taboo helps define people's rights and obligations toward each other.
• C) The incest taboo helps clarify the kinship system.
• D) The incest taboo discourages contact of family members with the larger society.

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