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A man in Australia is already married. Can he legally marry a second wife while his first marriage continues?

  1. aYes, if his religion allows a man to have more than one wife
  2. bNo, having more than one spouse at a time is illegalCorrect answer
  3. cYes, if his first wife agrees to it in writing
  4. dYes, if the second wedding takes place in another state

Why?

Polygamy, having more than one husband or wife at the same time, is illegal in Australia. Religious beliefs or the agreement of a partner do not change this.

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