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Name the four actions that can be taken in the absence of a quorum.

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In the absence of a quorum, a legislative body can adjourn, compel attendance of absent members, issue a quorum call, or conduct limited business with caution.

Step-by-step explanation:

When a quorum is not present in a legislative body, there are four actions that can typically be taken. These are:

  • Adjournment: The members present may adjourn from day to day until a quorum is secured.
  • Compel Attendance: The body can compel the attendance of absent members using various measures and under certain penalties that the house may provide.
  • Quorum Call: At any point, a member can issue a 'quorum call' to secure the presence of a majority, if the number present is less than a quorum.
  • Conduct Limited Business: Some legislative business may continue in the absence of a quorum, but any formal decision or vote taken may be challenged if it's noted that a quorum is not present.

These actions allow a legislative body to manage situations when not enough members are available to meet the quorum requirement.

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