What does ego represent in a depiction of a kinship system?

A. the boundary between one's kin group and outsiders
B. the emotional attachment felt by the people who use the system
C. a gender-free way of reckoning kinship
D. the point of reference used to determine which kin terms are applicable to certain individuals
E. the sense of distinct individuality that is present in any society


Answer: D

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