All of the following are elements of a nation-state except that
A) its citizens must share a common political authority.
B) its citizens must share a common cultural experience.
C) it must be recognized by other sovereignties as a nation-state.
D) it must be a member of the United Nations.
E) it must have a government and fixed border.

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While membership in the United Nations is a common characteristic of nation-states, it is not an inherent element. A nation-state can exist without being a member of the UN, and not all UN members are necessarily nation-states (e.g. Vatican City). The other choices are all necessary elements of a nation-state.

All of the Following Are Elements of a Nation-State Except