A person refuses to enrol, saying voting is a choice. What is the position in federal law?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Enrolment is compulsory for eligible citizens aged 18 or over, with penalties for failing
- Step 1: Step 2: the Commonwealth Electoral Act requires eligible people to enrol. Answer: Enrolment compulsory. Why not the others: Enrolment is required, property does not matter, and it applies nationally.
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