A confederation

a. is defined as a single sovereign state.
b. consists of two or more governments that are legally bound to each other by contract.
c. is defined as a league of two or more independent states that voluntarily unite to achieve certain specified common aims.
d. is a constitutional arrangement whereby two or more governments are required to cooperate.
e. is a state of political rebellion.


ANS: C

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