In today's society, there are many responsibilities and distractions that require a person's attention. On a daily basis, most people focus upon issues of work, their household, their finances, and other ordinary aspects of daily life. Few have time to think about religion, the meaning of life, or other supernatural issues. In Emile Durkheim's view, the issues focused on are
A. rituals.
B. superficial concerns.
C. the profane.
D. the sacred.
Answer: C
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A) ?Sexual activity B) ?Socialization C) ?Emotional support D) ?Social class placement E) ?Economic security
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A. work at the discretion of employers for money to buy goods. B. earn more money than they ever could working for themselves. C. work for themselves and retain all profits. D. become very attached to the products they produce.
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