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QWhich continent have the most independent countries (including island nations)?

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  • A Asia ✔ ✖
  • B Africa ✔ ✖
  • C Europe ✔ ✖
  • D South America ✔ ✖
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Africa has the most independent countries. There are indeed 53 recognized countries, one disputed territory being Western Sahara and one country, Somaliland, that is not recognized. The figure 53 is still higher than the second continent by population, Europe. The next in the list is Asia, with 48 countries.

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