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Which of the following statements describe a difference between the political system Australian and New Zealand? (1 point) Responses. Australia is a constitutional monarchy; New Zealand is a democracy. Australia's entire territory is ruled directly by the central government; New Zealand is divided into states. In Australia, citizens are required by law to vote in elections; in New Zealand, voting is not required. Australia does not have a written constitution; New Zealand has a written constitution.

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The statement that correctly describes a difference between the political systems of Australia and New Zealand is:

In Australia, citizens are required by law to vote in elections; in New Zealand, voting is not required.

This indicates that Australia has compulsory voting laws, whereas New Zealand does not mandate voting, making it voluntary.

The other statements contain inaccuracies:

  • Both Australia and New Zealand are constitutional monarchies with parliamentary democracies.
  • Australia is a federation with states and territories, while New Zealand is unitary.
  • Australia has a written constitution, while New Zealand does not have a single, codified constitution.