The most important functions of religion include
a. social cohesion.
c. emotional support.
b. social control.
d. all of the above

d. all of the above.

Religion serves various functions in society. Social cohesion is achieved by bringing the community together. This is done by attending mass or by hosting various activities for the community to interact. Emotional support is also an important component, as believers find support both in their beliefs and prayers as well as in their religious community. Finally, religion also serves as a method of social control, and it has been used in this way by many governments throughout history.

answer: karl marx, max weber, and emile durkheim (the fourth could be considered georg simmel)

explanation:

the answer would be a).