Which statement best explains the relationship between citizenship and the right to vote?

Citizenship refers to ones status as a member of a recognized nation that exists under a unified form of government and has an established territory. The rights and responsibilities of citizenship may vary from nation to nation based on differences in their forms of governance. Within nations that employ democratic forms of government, the right to vote is often considered both a right and responsibility. Various forms of democracy depend upon the right to vote as a means of legitimizing their political institutions and policies. Thus, while a democratic state may endow the citizen with the right to vote, it remains the responsibility of the citizen to inform themselves on the candidates and issues and take the necessary steps to cast their vote. The state extends, and defends, the right, while citizens must accept the responsibilities inherent in exercising their rights.