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Courts base their decisions on

Athe evidence before them
Bthe recommendation of the police
Cthe judge's personal opinion

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Government and law in Australia operate on a federal system where power is shared between the national government and the states and territories. Understanding this division of power is a key area of the citizenship test.

Consider the role this concept plays in Australia's overall system of governance. Understanding the bigger picture will help you identify the correct answer. This question is at a moderate difficulty level, similar to what you can expect on the actual citizenship test. Understanding the reasoning behind the answer is key.

Understand the difference between federal, state, and territory laws. Knowing which level of government is responsible for what will help you answer many questions in this section. Explore more Government & Law practice questions to strengthen your preparation, or try a full practice test to simulate the real exam experience.

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