The activity of ordering different items, such as sticks, in order of length is known as

Seriation

Explanation:

Seriation  is defined as technique through which element, items or objects are classified and place in a particular order based on the subject.Items ca be classified on the basis of size, shape, capacity, color etc.It is considered as the stage of development that occurs step by step usually in children.

According to the question,ordering of things are such as placement of sticks according to their particular length is the example of serration.

the united states has a federal government. the president is the head of the federal government of the united states. however, each state forms its government for administration purposes. the powers of the state governments are exercised within restricted state boundaries. and citizens participate in this government by voting.

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