According to Durkheim, what are the three elements of religion?

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Durkheim found that religion had three elements: (1) beliefs that some things are sacred; (2) practices, or rituals, centering on the things considered sacred; and (3) a moral community, or church, that results from a group's beliefs and practices.

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The maximum shock of 450 volts was beyond the designation on Milgram's shock generator that read "Danger: Severe Shock."

a. true b. false

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Complete the following formula: ? =__________

Fill in the blanks with correct word

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The U.S. could best be classified as an emerging democracy

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Feral children present a unique opportunity for scientists to study ______.

A. the impact of nurture without the influence of nature B. the socialization process C. how social interaction impacts biology D. the impact of nature without the influence of nurture

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