The incest taboo

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The incest taboo

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The incest taboo appears to have evolutionary significance as it helps to reduce the likelihood of harmful genetic mutations and increases genetic diversity in offspring.

Answer: C
 The incest taboo produces guilt in the assailant, as the social and cultural norms surrounding incestual relationships commonly view them as immoral and unethical.

Therefore, the correct answer is B and C.

A and D are incorrect as the incest taboo is found in many societies outside of the Western world, and pedophilia is not necessarily linked to incest.

The Incest Taboo