The correct answer is:
3
3
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Quick explanation
Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania is number 3 on the map.
Why is this correct?
Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania lies in north-eastern Germany on the Baltic Sea and borders Poland. The islands of Rügen and Usedom belong to it.
Background
Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania lies in north-eastern Germany on the Baltic Sea and borders Poland. The islands of Rügen and Usedom belong to it. Germany has 16 federal states: 13 territorial states and the three city states of Berlin, Hamburg and Bremen. It helps to memorise the location of your own state and its neighbours on a map.
Why are the other answers wrong?
The other numbers show other federal states. Pay attention to the location: north or south, east or west, and which countries or seas Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania borders.
Memory tip
Remember the location: Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania lies in north-eastern Germany on the Baltic Sea and borders Poland.
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