Religion is categorized as a social institution because it

a)  enforces social norms and directs multiple parts of day-to-day life.
b)  is practiced in many different denominations throughout the world.
c)  has more influence on culture than any other social factor.
d)  predates industrialized societies and has the most influence over lives.


ANS: a

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