Question 133
Was ist bei Bundestags- und Landtagswahlen in Deutschland erlaubt?What is allowed in federal and state elections in Germany?
Options
- Der Ehemann wählt für seine Frau mit.The husband votes on behalf of his wife.
- Man kann durch Briefwahl seine Stimme abgeben.You can vote by mail.
- Man kann am Wahltag telefonisch seine Stimme abgeben.You can vote by phone on election day.
- Kinder ab dem Alter von 14 Jahren dürfen wählen.Children from the age of 14 are allowed to vote.
Explanation
German electoral law allows eligible voters to request and use postal voting (Briefwahl) instead of appearing at the polling station. The completed ballot is mailed in advance and is counted the same way as in-person votes.
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