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DSST Human Cultural Geography Exam Prep

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What is the best description for the geographic concept of "nation"?

  1. It is the equivalent of a country or state.
  2. It is a population and area controlled by an organized government.
  3. It is a population with a single religion and government.
  4. It is a population represented by a single culture.
Explanation

Answer - D - The best description for the geographic concept of “nation” is a population represented by a singular culture.

Key Takeaway: A nation is a group of people who share a common history, language, tradition, culture, and/or ethnic origin. To qualify as a nation, they do not necessarily need a representative state (such as the Armenians, the Kurds, or the Palestinians).

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