it doesn't require citations it's common knowledge
because he was a relative of the Bennet family (a cousin) and because there were 5 unmarried Bennet daughters, which gave him plenty of choice.
DNA Replication in Interphase.
Yes, there have been many times when you have to lie to get out of a situation. For example, I remember a time when I was being asked humiliating questions by a total stranger, so I lied and said that I had to go due to family issues including my mother. It is okay to lie in uncomfortable situations.
