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Administrative division

Okay, let's say you have a big toy box with lots of toys inside. Sometimes, it can be hard to find the toy you want unless you sort them out. That's what administrative division is all about.

Imagine your toy box is like a city, state, or even a country, and the toys are like people, buildings, and places inside it. If you don't divide the city or country into smaller parts, like neighborhoods or states, it can be hard for the government to manage everything, just like it can be hard for you to find your favorite toy in the box.

So, the government divides the city, state, or country into smaller parts called administrative divisions. This helps them to keep track of everything better and make important decisions easier.

For example, if you live in a state, that state may be divided into counties. Each county has its own government, which makes it easier to manage things like schools, roads, parks, and other important things. Similarly, a country may be divided into states or provinces, each with their own government that helps manage things like healthcare, education, and keeping everyone safe.

So, administrative division is like sorting out your toy box, but on a much larger scale to make it easier for the government to manage everything and make important decisions.
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