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How many states does it take to amend the constitution?

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Answer:

34

Step-by-step explanation:

2/3rds of the states need to agree to amend the constitution, and 2/3rds of 50 is 33.333 so 34 states would be needed.

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A proposed amendment becomes part of the Constitution as soon as it is ratified by three-fourths of the States (38 of 50 States).

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