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Georgia Government — Quiz

Question 4 • American Government/Civics

What is the difference between a ballot initiative and a referendum in Georgia?

Answer
A
A ballot initiative enables people to suggest new laws, while a referendum changes an existing law.
B
A referendum enables people to suggest laws, while a ballot initiative changes an existing law.
C
A referendum enables people to repeal proposed laws, while a ballot initiative offers new laws.
D
A ballot initiative enables people to vote out elected officials, while a referendum changes elected officials’ job descriptions.

Explanation

A ballot initiative lets voters propose a new law for consideration. A referendum lets voters decide whether to approve or reject a law that has already been passed. Therefore, the correct choice is “A ballot initiative enables people to suggest new laws, while a referendum changes an existing law.”

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