Question 250 · Federal question
In Germany, you have the best chances of obtaining a well-paid job if you...
German original (as asked in the real test)
In Deutschland hat man die besten Chancen auf einen gut bezahlten Arbeitsplatz, wenn man …
- A katholisch ist.
- B gut ausgebildet ist. ✓ Correct answer
- C eine Frau ist.
- D Mitglied einer Partei ist.
Translation
In Germany, you have the best chances of obtaining a well-paid job if you...
- A are Catholic.
- B are well-educated. ✓ Correct answer
- C are a woman.
- D are a member of a political party.
Explanation
In Germany, access to well-paid jobs is primarily linked to qualifications and skills. Education and vocational training are crucial determinants of earnings, while religion, gender, or party membership are not lawful criteria for employment opportunities.
Tips
- Prioritize answers that emphasize qualifications, education, or skills as key to employment outcomes.
- Eliminate options based on protected characteristics (e.g., religion, gender) or political affiliation, as these cannot legally determine job access.
- Recall constitutional equality and anti-discrimination principles: hiring should be merit-based.
- Look for clues like “Ausbildung,” “Qualifikation,” or “erufsausbildung” indicating competence-related factors.
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