Each member of the House of Representatives is elected to represent a specific geographic area called an electorate. What is one of the primary responsibilities of these members within the Federal Parliament?
- ATo serve as the Premier and manage the daily operations of their state's government departments
- To represent the interests of the people in their electorate and participate in the law-making processAnswer
- CTo manage local community services such as rubbish collection and the maintenance of local roads
Answer
The primary responsibility of members of the House of Representatives is to represent the interests of the people in their electorate and participate in the law-making process.
The correct answer is correct because the House of Representatives is designed as the 'People's House,' where members represent the specific interests of their local electorates and engage in the national law-making process.
Step-by-Step Solution
Key Concept
Representation of Electorates in the House of Representatives
Hints
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Consider which level of government the House of Representatives belongs to.
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Think about whether a person elected to the Federal Parliament would handle national laws or local services like bin collection.
Practice More
Review the differences between the three levels of government to understand which responsibilities fall under federal, state, and local authorities.
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