Elaine, a Devout Catholic, Was Apprehensive About Letting Her 18-Year-Old

question 44

Multiple Choice

Elaine, a devout Catholic, was apprehensive about letting her 18-year-old son attend university. When her colleague Jodi asked why, she exclaimed, "My friends have told me that once their children returned home with a degree, they totally renounced the teachings of the Church." How would Jodi respond if she utilized the conclusion found in the text with respect to religiosity and individuals who have acquired a university education?

• A) University-educated people are more religious.
• B) More university-educated people report being agnostics.
• C) People with degrees are likely to be atheists.
• D) University education is not related to less religiosity.

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