A proposed change to the Constitution wins a majority of votes across the nation, but a majority in only one state. What is the result?
- The change passes once the High Court approves it
- The change passes only in the state that voted yes
- The change passes because the national vote is enough
- The change fails because a double majority was not reached ✓
Why this is the answer
A national majority alone is not enough; most of the states must also vote yes before the Constitution can change.
This question is from: The Australian Constitution
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- What change did Australians vote for in the 1967 Referendum?
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