Which of the Following Statements About Religion Is FALSE

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about religion is FALSE?

• A) Religion serves only to maintain social solidarity; it does not create or maintain societal divisions.
• B) Political leaders never mix religion with politics.
• C) The functions of religious beliefs and practices vary with the society.
• D) Religious beliefs can help regulate the economy.
• E) Religion is often an instrument of societal change, even revolution.

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