Multiple choice

How many states make up the United States of America?

  1. 25

  2. 35

  3. 40

  4. 50
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The USA has 50 states, with Hawaii being the last state admitted on August 21, 1959. Alaska was admitted earlier in 1959. Before that, there were 48 states (1912-1959). The options 25, 35, and 40 are all incorrect - the US has never had fewer than 48 states in the 20th century.

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