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The Australian Parliament consists of the King (represented by the Governor-General), the Senate, and the House of Representatives. What is the maximum period of time for which members of the House of Representatives are elected before a new election must be held?

  1. A
    6 years
  2. 3 yearsAnswer
  3. C
    4 years

Answer

The maximum period for which members of the House of Representatives are elected is 3 years.
The Australian Constitution stipulates that the House of Representatives can stay in office for a maximum of 3 years from its first meeting. After this time, it must be dissolved and a general election must be held.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the chamber being questioned.
The question specifically asks about the House of Representatives (the Lower House).
Different parts of the Australian Parliament have different term lengths.
2
Recall the constitutional rules for federal elections.
The House of Representatives must be dissolved and a new election called at least every 3 years.
This ensures that the government remains accountable to the people at regular intervals.
3
Differentiate from other government terms.
The 3-year term is shorter than the 6-year Senate term and the 4-year terms often found in state governments.
Understanding these differences is key to identifying the correct federal parliamentary cycle.

Key Concept

Maximum parliamentary term for the House of Representatives

Hints

1
Think about how often you see federal elections in Australia compared to state elections.
2
The term for the House of Representatives is shorter than the term for the Senate.

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Review the differences between the House of Representatives and the Senate, including their colors and how they are elected.
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