Which statement best explains why the number of member states in the united nations has increased since its founding? A) as nations gained independence through decolonization, they have joined the united nations B) as the international monetary fund helped nation rebuild, they soon joined the united nations C) The united nations was originally a weak organization that nations such as the U.S. did not join D) the warsaw pact prevented member nations from joining the united nations

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The statement that best explains why the number of member states in the United Nations has increased since its founding is:

A) as nations gained independence through decolonization, they have joined the United Nations.

This is the most accurate reason, as many countries that were formerly colonies gained independence from their colonial powers in the mid-20th century and subsequently sought membership in the United Nations.