Understanding State Characteristics
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What is a fundamental characteristic of a population within a state?

  • A diversity of cultural distinctions without a common language.
  • A requirement for a large population size.
  • Education level and health impacting overall quality. (correct)
  • The presence of a single ethnic group.

What does the term 'sovereignty' refer to in the context of a state?

  • Supreme authority to manage both internal and external affairs. (correct)
  • The ability to govern only internal affairs.
  • The acknowledgment of other states.
  • The obligation to follow international law.

Which statement accurately describes the concept of territorial waters?

  • Territorial waters are limited to a 12 nautical mile zone from the shore. (correct)
  • Territorial waters only refer to areas above water.
  • Territorial waters extend 24 nautical miles from the shoreline.
  • Territorial waters are considered international waters.

What best describes the role of citizens within a state?

<p>They hold full political rights if born within the state's territory. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the exclusive economic zone (EEZ)?

<p>An area that extends from 12 to 200 nautical miles offshore. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic is NOT essential for the quality of a state's population?

<p>Presence of corruption and favoritism. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which group is considered stateless within a state?

<p>Individuals who live in the state without recognized nationality. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key component of a state?

<p>A regulating governmental body. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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What is a state?

A group of people living together in a unified political community, encompassing a defined territory, with a governing body and supreme authority.

What is a population?

A group of people who are permanent residents of a state and are bound by its nationality.

What is population size?

The size of the population within a state.

What are population characteristics?

The characteristics of a population, for example, ethnicity, religion, or language.

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What is population quality?

The overall quality of the population, including education, health, and technology.

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What is a territory?

The defined area of land owned and controlled by a state.

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What are territorial waters?

The area extending 12 nautical miles from the shoreline considered part of a state's territory.

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What is an Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)?

The area between 12 and 200 nautical miles from the shoreline that extends up to 200 nautical miles from the shore, encompassing exclusive economic rights for the state, including resources.

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