Which of these occurs in a nation-state but not in an empire?

a. The population has a unified identity.
b. Political elites exercise most of the power.
c. The government uses violence to maintain order.
d. The government protects the rights of its citizens.


Correct Answer: a

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This modern country's leader named Kim Jong Un is regarded by some as a ruthless leader because reports indicate that he keeps approximately 200,000 political prisoners in gulags where they are forced to work 12–15 hours per day and because many of these prisoners ultimately die of malnutrition

a. China b. North Korea c. Japan d. Vietnam e. South Korea

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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A. Total spending is increasing, but per-capita spending is actually down. B. Total spending, per-capita spending, and percentage of GDP spent on health care are all increasing. C. Total, per-capita, and percentage of GDP on health care have declined. D. Spending on health care in the United States is remaining fairly constant.

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