Correct answer: (c) 2 and 3
Explanation
- A
1, 2 and 4
This option includes Belarus, Poland, and Switzerland. It is incorrect because Belarus and Switzerland are not members of the European Union.
- B
1 and 4 only
This option claims Belarus and Switzerland are members. It is incorrect because both countries remain outside the European Union.
- C
2 and 3
Poland and Germany are member states of the European Union, making this the correct combination among the given choices.
- D
2 and 4 only
This option includes Poland and Switzerland. It is incorrect because Switzerland is not a member of the European Union. Summary. Official key is (c) because Poland and Germany belong to the European Union, whereas Belarus and Switzerland are non-members.
Summary. Official key is (c) because Poland and Germany belong to the European Union, whereas Belarus and Switzerland are non-members.
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