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Interesting question. It would be helpful to know why you ask this particular question. I guess, technically speaking, being a Mormon would mean that he or she is a baptized and confirmed member of the Church and live their lives according to the tenets of the church. There may be many who claim to be Mormons but in fact do not live by the teachings and principles of the gospel and follow the living prophet of God.
The scriptures are clear about the requirement of baptism (see John 3:5) and I am convinced that for that baptism to be valid, it must be performed by someone who holds the true priesthood authority. It must also be accompanied by faith in Christ and genuine repentance.
There may be circumstances, such as if someone is still a minor, and whose parents will not give permission or it may be that a person lives in an area where there is no one who has the priesthood. In these and other such cases, an individual may follow the teachings of the church to his or her great advantage until baptism is available.
Good luck on whatever your quest is in this regard. Let me know if I can help.
Sincerely,
Donny Osmond
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