According to Studies by Finke and Stark, Religions That Gain

question 65

Multiple Choice

According to studies by Finke and Stark, religions that gain members tend to

• A) see themselves as mainline denominations.
• B) avoid competing with other churches.
• C) be hard-line religions that "compete" for souls.
• D) play loud contemporary music.

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Definitions:

Legal and Illegal Immigrants

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Native-born American Families

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Unemployment Rate

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Rise in Suicides

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