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2025 Civics Test · Question 72 of 128

It is important for all men age 18 through 25 to register for the Selective Service. Name one reason why.

En español: Es importante que todos los hombres de 18 a 25 años se inscriban en el Servicio Selectivo. Mencione una razón. — ver en español

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Accepted answers (USCIS M-1778)

  • Required by law
  • Civic duty
  • Makes the draft fair, if needed
Why this is the answerRegistering is not joining. It is a list kept in case a draft is ever needed, so the burden would fall fairly — and for men 18 to 25 it is required by law.
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