Which term denotes a branch of Islam rather than a school of Sunni jurisprudence?
Shia denotes a branch of Islam. Shafi, Hanafi and Maliki are schools of jurisprudence within Sunni Islam.
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Which term denotes a branch of Islam rather than a school of Sunni jurisprudence?
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Correct answer B
Shia denotes a branch of Islam. Shafi, Hanafi and Maliki are schools of jurisprudence within Sunni Islam.
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Option A
Shafi is a Sunni school of jurisprudence.
Option B
Shia denotes a distinct branch of Islam.
Option C
Hanafi is a Sunni school of jurisprudence.
Option D
Maliki is a Sunni school of jurisprudence.
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