What is/are the defining characteristic(s) of a state?

A. It is an entity that exists in a given territory.
B. It is an entity that rules through coercion.
C. It is an entity created by social contracts.
D. It is an entity that rules through coercion in a given territory.

D. It is an entity that rules through coercion in a given territory.

Political Science

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Urbanization occurs in both the developed and the developing world. (a) Define urbanization. (b) Describe the advantages and disadvantage of this growing migration trend. (c) Explain whether you believe urbanization is a good or bad thing. Why?

What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following arguments has not been raised as a defense of the electoral college?

A) It upholds federalism by giving smaller states more voting weight. B) It encourages candidates to campaign on foot and in rural areas. C) It reduces the risk of requiring a nationwide recount of votes. D) Historically, polls show public opinion in favor of keeping it. E) It tends to magnify popular vote victories and further increase the legitimacy of winners.

Political Science