Linear function. In mathematics, the term linear function refers to two distinct but related notions: In calculus and related areas, a linear function is a polynomial function of degree zero or one, or is the zero polynomial. In linear algebra and functional analysis, a linear function is a linear map.
A state is defined by multiple characteristics, including a government body and bureaucracy, a concentration of labor and population and a surplus of food. Other characteristics involve social... A state is defined by multiple characteristics, including a government body and bureaucracy, a concentration of labor and population and a surplus of food.
First, it must have a defined territory, Second, it must have an effective government. Third, it must have a permanent population and lastly, it must be capable of interacting with other states. All states can be a nation but not all nations are states. It is also possible for a state to have multiple nations in it. For example, Philippines is a nation and a state while Taiwan is not considered as a state, because China still claims Taiwan as part of its motherland. Thus, Taiwan is not capable of interacting with other states, just like not being completely a member of UN.