Question 130 · Federal question
Which ballot paper would be valid in a federal election?
German original (as asked in the real test)
Welcher Stimmzettel wäre bei einer Bundestagswahl gültig?
- A 1 ✓ Correct answer
- B 2
- C 3
- D 4
Translation
Which ballot paper would be valid in a federal election?
- A 1 ✓ Correct answer
- B 2
- C 3
- D 4
Explanation
A valid ballot for German federal elections must have exactly one cross (X) in the first vote (Erststimme) column and exactly one cross in the second vote (Zweitstimme) column. The ballot must not be marked outside the designated areas, have multiple marks in the same column, or be otherwise invalidated. Option 1 shows the correct format with single marks in both columns.
Tips
- Look for ballots with exactly one mark in each of the two voting columns (Erststimme and Zweitstimme).
- Eliminate ballots with multiple marks in the same column, marks outside designated areas, or unclear markings.
- Remember that German federal elections use a two-vote system: first vote for direct candidates, second vote for party lists.
- A valid ballot should be clearly marked but not overmarked or marked in wrong areas.
Practice in the app
