Which of the following terms for NRMs is used the least today?
a. sects
b. cults
c. alternative religious movement
d. emergent religions
d. emergent religions
Analysis:
a, c & d. Incorrect. Many terms are used to describe NRMs, some better than others.
b. Correct. “Cults” is used the least today because it is so laden with negative connotations.
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