Most Introductory Texts Suggest There Are Eight Major World Religions

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Multiple Choice

Most introductory texts suggest there are eight major world religions and a few major philosophies.However,the reality is there are many more distinct religions in the world today,each with its own rituals,practices,and distinct belief system.How many distinct religions are there in the world today?

• A) 16
• B) 600
• C) 1600
• D) 6000

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