What is the great "myth" that is commonly held in North America regarding the reason for the establishment of a taboo against first-cousin marriage in the United States?
A) It is a religious prohibition and against biblical law.
B) It decreased the chances for the family to extend social alliances.
C) It would incite feuding within the nuclear family.
D) It would cause significantly increased numbers of birth defects.
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A)never practiced
B)always practiced
C)still
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A)have bargaining power
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