The term incest taboo refers to
A. the prohibition of sexual relationships between certain culturally specified relatives.
B. the requirement, in some cultures, of having one's sexual initiation occur within the safe confines of a family relationship.
C. not having sex with neighbors or business associates.
D. the prohibition of marriage between close relatives and neighbors.
Answer: A
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