Which of the Following Correctly Describes What Is Meant by the Term

Which of the following correctly describes what is meant by the term neutralization?

A) the reaction between hydroxide (OH−) and water to form a base
B) the reaction between a proton (H+) and water to form a hydronium ion (H₃O+)
C) the reaction between an acid and a base to form a salt and water
D) the reaction between two molecules of water, one acting as an acid and the other acting as a base
E) the reaction between an oxidizing agent and a reducing agent