Which of the following provides the best example of the ways that organized religion is dominated by men, and churches and synagogues tend to reinforce women's subordinate role?

A. In Judaism, women are required to obey fewer religious precepts than are men.
B. Women pray more often, hold firmer believes, and cooperate more in church programs than do men.
C. Women attend church more frequently.
D. Episcopalians, Presbyterians, and Reformed Jews ordain women as ministers and rabbis.


Answer: A

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