Question

What fraction of the states ratifying convention must approve a proposed Constitutional amendment for it to become law? Responses A 12 1 2 B 23 2 3 C 34 3 4 D 45

Answer 1

The process for amending the United States Constitution is outlined in Article V. To propose an amendment, two-thirds of both houses of Congress must vote to propose it. However, for an amendment to be ratified and become part of the Constitution, it must be approved by three-fourths (75%) of the state legislatures or by conventions in three-fourths of the states.

Looking at the provided answer choices:

A. 12 1/2 (This is less than the required 75%, so it's not correct.)

B. 23 2/3 (This is also less than the required 75%.)

C. 34 3/4 (This is exactly 75%, which is the minimum required for ratification.)

D. 45 (This is more than the required 75%, so it's definitely enough.)

Therefore, the correct answer is C. 34 3/4.