Question 280 · Federal question
If you want to contest an incorrect tax assessment in Germany, you must...
German original (as asked in the real test)
Wenn Sie sich in Deutschland gegen einen falschen Steuerbescheid wehren wollen, müssen Sie …
- A nichts machen.
- B den Bescheid wegwerfen.
- C Einspruch einlegen. ✓ Correct answer
- D warten, bis ein anderer Bescheid kommt.
Translation
If you want to contest an incorrect tax assessment in Germany, you must...
- A do nothing.
- B throw away the assessment.
- C file an objection. ✓ Correct answer
- D wait until another assessment arrives.
Explanation
In Germany, if you believe a tax assessment notice (Steuerbescheid) is incorrect, the proper legal remedy is to file an objection called an “Einspruch” with the tax office, typically within one month of receiving the notice.
Tips
- Look for formal legal remedies used in German administrative contexts. For taxes, the specific term is different from the general administrative objection. Eliminate options that suggest inaction or ignoring official notices. Watch for keywords like notice, assessment, deadline, and objection; actions must be proactive and within a set time limit.
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