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What was the original cause of the split between Shia and Sunni Muslims within Islam?

A.
disagreement over the role of women in Islamic society
B.
disagreement over interpretations of the Qur'an
C.
disagreement over the role of religion in government
D.
disagreement over who should lead the faith

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D is the correct answer.
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D IS THE CORRECT ANSWER!
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