Mechanical solidarity

a. refers to social bonds based on shared religious beliefs and simple divisions of labor.
b. is typically a characteristic of densely populated, urban areas.
c. involves an elaborate division of labor based upon capitalistic hierarchies.
d. is a theoretical concept that was derived from Max Weber's work.


Answer: a. refers to social bonds based on shared religious beliefs and a simple division of labor.

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