When political scientist Benedict Anderson defines a nation

as an "imagined political community," he means that:
a. all members of a nation are in the same social class.
b. the members of a nation share a common identity, and think of themselves as equals.
c. the members of a nation know most of their fellow members.
d. the members of a nation allow political elites to elect the leader.


Answer: b

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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