Asked by Makell Brown on Jun 27, 2024

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In a study conducted in Mauritius, young men participated in a painful religious ritual, watched other young men participate in the ritual, or sang and prayed. The young men who ____ donated the least amount to the temple. ​

A) performed the painful ritual
B) watched others perform the painful ritual ​
C) sang and prayed as their part in the ritual ​
D) performed the painful ritual or watched others perform it ​

Painful Religious Ritual

A ceremonial act within some religions that involves enduring pain or discomfort, often seen as a form of spiritual discipline, devotion, or purification.

Social Contribution

The act of giving or doing something for the benefit of society or a community.

Sang And Prayed

Expression suggesting the act of singing and offering prayers, often in a religious or spiritual context.

  • Identify the significance of challenging or distressing ceremonies in bolstering group unity and allegiance.
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Camryn De-BoJun 27, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The young men who sang and prayed as their part in the ritual donated the least amount to the temple, likely because they did not experience the same level of personal sacrifice or group bonding as those who participated in or watched the painful ritual.