Why does religion help to provide social cohesion in a society, according to the functionalists?
a. Solidarity depends on monetary contributions.
b. It is a vehicle for reaffirming basic shared values.
c. It works as a form of mind control so that people are unaware of alternatives.
d. Time is measured in a group.
e. Leaders insist on state religions.
B
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