Language: English
Question 46 · Federal question
The German state has many responsibilities. Which responsibility is included?
German original (as asked in the real test)
Der deutsche Staat hat viele Aufgaben. Welche Aufgabe gehört dazu?
- A Er baut Straßen und Schulen. ✓ Correct answer
- B Er verkauft Lebensmittel und Kleidung.
- C Er versorgt alle Einwohnerinnen und Einwohner kostenlos mit Zeitungen.
- D Er produziert Autos und Busse.
Translation
The German state has many responsibilities. Which responsibility is included?
- A It builds roads and schools. ✓ Correct answer
- B It sells food and clothing.
- C It provides all residents with newspapers free of charge.
- D It produces cars and buses.
Explanation
Building public infrastructure like roads and schools is a core task of the German state. Selling goods, producing cars, or giving away free newspapers are not typical state responsibilities in a market economy.
Tips
- Roads and schools are classic public infrastructure the state provides.
- Selling or producing goods is normally left to private businesses, not the state.
