Question

18. Thailand is a state with a central territory and a long extension along a peninsula. What type of state is Thailand, and how does this impact the state’s access to resources?(1 point)
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prorupted state, which gives it access to extensive coastal resources
prorupted state, which gives it access to extensive coastal resources

compact state, which allows it to defend its resources more effectively
compact state, which allows it to defend its resources more effectively

heartland state, meaning they have vast expanses of land that can be used for agriculture
heartland state, meaning they have vast expanses of land that can be used for agriculture

landlocked state, which means that it has difficulty accessing resources

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The correct response is:

**prorupted state, which gives it access to extensive coastal resources.**

Thailand's geographic configuration as a prorupted state allows it to access both the South China Sea to the east and the Andaman Sea to the west, providing significant coastal resources and trade opportunities.