Question

Of the 50 states in the U.S., how many states have names beginning with either M or N?

A. 16 states
B. 32 states
C. 18 states
D. 25 states

Answer 1

There are 8 states with names that start with M and 8 states that start with N, making a total of 16 states. The correct answer is A. 16 states.

Step-by-step explanation:

The question asks about the number of US states with names beginning with the letters M or N. To answer this, we can list the states:

• Starting with M: Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, and Montana.
• Starting with N: Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, and North Dakota.

Adding these up, 8 states begin with M and 8 states begin with N, making a total of 16 states. So, the correct answer is A. 16 states.

Regarding the information provided for reference about the ratification of amendments, according to the United States Constitution, three-fourths of the states must ratify an amendment before it becomes law. This is different from the question being asked, but it shows an understanding of the Constitution.