From a sociological perspective, which statement best classifies 19th century Mormons and 21st century physicians?
A) Both would be classified as subcultures.
B) Both would be classified as countercultures.
C) The Mormons would be classified a counterculture and the physicians as a subculture.
D) The Mormons would be classified a subculture and the physicians as a counterculture.
Ans: C) The Mormons would be classified a counterculture and the physicians as a subculture.
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