What Spans a Large Geographic Area Such as a State

question 162

Multiple Choice

What spans a large geographic area such as a state, province, or country, similar to the Internet?

• A)Metropolitan area network (MAN)
• B)Local area network (LAN)
• C)Wide area network (WAN)
• D)Secure area network (SAN)

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Definitions:

Influential Institutions

Organizations or systems that have significant impact or control over societal norms, practices, and policies.

Elites

Small, privileged groups holding significant power, wealth, or status within a society, often influencing decision-making and policy.

Pluralist Theory

Holds that power is widely dispersed. As a result, no group enjoys disproportionate influence, and decisions are usually reached through negotiation and compromise.

Heterogeneous Society

A community made up of individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, or beliefs.