To Durkheim, religion must be understood as

a. the individual in search of answers.
b. the explanation of that which cannot be explained.
c. something that is social; integral to group life.
d. something beyond human scientific investigation.
e. a instrument of the powerful people in society.


C

Sociology

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Barlett and Steele emphasize the tactic of cluster voting used by an interest group as a technique to get favorable treatment from Congress

a. true b. false

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Which of the following is a difference between manifest and latent reasons for getting married?

A) Unlike manifest reasons for getting married, latent reasons emphasize love and companionship. B) Unlike manifest reasons for getting married, latent reasons include commitment and personal fulfillment. C) Unlike manifest reasons for getting married, latent reasons are more likely to result in unhappy, short-term marriages. D) Unlike manifest reasons for getting married, latent reasons are respected and approved by the society.

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A stepmother is expected to be loving toward her stepchildren but at the same time is also viewed as evil and selfish. This is called the ________ ________

Fill in the blanks with correct word

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