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8. Which one of the following statements correctly describes part of the process for

amending the U.S. Construction?
a. The president can submit a proposed amendment to the states for
ratification.
b. The people of the United States have the right to vote on changes to the
Constitution
C.
Amendments must be approved by three-fourths of the states.
d. Congress can submit an amendment to the states for ratification if a majority
of both houses support the amendment.
e. The president can veto an amendment proposed by Congress?

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Answer:
C –
Congress can submit an amendment to the states for ratification if a majority of both houses support the amendment.

Step-by-step explanation:
According to Article V of the Constitution, there are four ways to amend the Constitution, but the most common way is for an amendment to be proposed in Congress and pass both houses with a 2/3 majority (not a simple majority). This requires 67 senators and 290 representatives. Then, the amendment is sent to the states, where 3/4 of the states (via their elected state legislatures) must agree to the amendment.

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