Which Statement About the Relationship Between Religion and Suicide Is

question 182

Multiple Choice

Which statement about the relationship between religion and suicide is MOST accurate?

• A) A country's economic status is a more important predictor of suicide rates than its major religion.
• B) The degree of a person's devoutness is a more important predictor of suicide than his or her specific religion.
• C) Countries that have high Jewish and Muslim populations also have high suicide rates.
• D) Religion is a more important predictor of suicide risk for women than it is for men, especially in Catholic countries.

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