Asceticism in ancient Indian religion a. enabled priests to facilitate communication between believers and the gods. b. served as a substitute for sacrificial practices as a means to placate and communicate with the gods. c. reduced food consumption, as desired by Ashoka. d. provided means of firmly establishing one's experiences apart from the realm of spiritual meditative processes. e. enhanced sacrificial practices.

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Which of the following variables has the strongest influence on the variations found in american family life? a. race and ethnicity b. religious affiliation c. social class and culture d. education and occupation

Francine, a college freshman, has agreed to participate in a psychology research study. before she begins her participation, she reads a statement written by the researcher explaining the purpose of the research and the potential risks of participation. it also explains that francine is free to withdraw from the research at any time. in providing francine with this statement, the researcher has followed the ethical guidelines of for participants.