Institutions and politics

Depuis quand l'euro est-elle la monnaie unique ?Since when has the euro been the single currency?

Answer

Depuis 2002, avec les pièces et billetsSince 2002, with coins and banknotes

Explanation

Euro coins and notes have been in circulation since 1 January 2002. The euro already existed from 1999 for banks and accounts.

Source: europa.eu – L'euroUpdated 13 October 2026.Official question · answer and translation written by Recite

The 4 options, in French as at the exam

Depuis 2002, avec les pièces et billetsSince 2002, with coins and banknotes (Correct answer)
Depuis 1958, avec la Ve RépubliqueSince 1958, with the Fifth Republic
Depuis 1992, avec le traité de MaastrichtSince 1992, with the Maastricht Treaty
Depuis 2012, après la crise financièreSince 2012, after the financial crisis

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