AustraliaGovernment and the law 20 · Government and the law
How is the Governor-General chosen?
- aBy a vote of the senators
- bBy all Australian voters at a national election
- cBy the judges of the High Court
- dBy the King, on the advice of the Prime MinisterCorrect answer
Why?
The Prime Minister recommends a person, and the King appoints that person as Governor-General. The people do not vote for the Governor-General.
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