Which of the following best describes the relationship between Brahmanism and Buddhism?
A. Buddhists attempted to destroy the rigid social system espoused by Brahmanism.
B. Buddhism rose out of Brahmanism and accepted many of its basic tenets.
C. Buddhism was a highly controversial movement that sought to oppose Brahmanism.
D. Buddhism rejected the polytheistic beliefs of Brahmanism.
Answer: B
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