Question 509

According to legislation, when must federal elections be held?

  1. AOn the first Monday in September every three years
  2. BOn July 1st every five years
  3. CWhenever the Governor General decides
  4. DOn the third Monday in October every four years
Show the answer and explanation

Correct answer: D) On the third Monday in October every four years

Explanation

Legislation passed by Parliament states that federal elections must be held on the third Monday in October every four years. However, the Prime Minister may ask the Governor General to call an earlier election.

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