Durkheim Pointed to Three Functions of Religion for Society

question 37

Multiple Choice

Durkheim pointed to three functions of religion for society.Which of the following is NOT one of them?

• A)fostering social cohesion
• B)fostering social conflict
• C)providing social control
• D)providing meaning and purpose

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Definitions:

Gender Differences

The distinct variations in characteristics, behaviors, and roles commonly associated with being male or female in a society.

Psychological Function

The mental processes that enable consciousness, perception, thinking, judgment, and memory, contributing to overall mental wellness.

Quasi-experimental Study

A research design that lacks random assignment of subjects to treatment and control groups, often used when conducting randomized controlled trials is impractical or unethical.

Premarital Abstinence

The practice of refraining from sexual activity before marriage.