One effect of the differentiation of religious institutions has been to:
A)make religion applicable only to the nonspiritual part of most people's lives
B)cause people to look to religion for moral guidance less often than they used to
C)cause people to look to religion for moral guidance more often than they used to
D)force many people to remain close to strict interpretations of religious belief
E)force people to choose from a smaller variety of religious beliefs and practices

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The differentiation of religious institutions has led to a decrease in the authority of traditional religious institutions and a corresponding increase in individual choice and personal interpretation of religious beliefs. As a result, people may look to religion for moral guidance less often than they used to, as they may not view traditional religious institutions as the sole authority on moral issues.

One Effect of the Differentiation of Religious Institutions Has Been