Amendment Proposal Methods

Easy Unit 1: Foundations Of Democracy Amendment Process

In the context of the United States Constitution, the amendment process is outlined in Article V. This process is crucial for allowing changes to be made to the Constitution, ensuring it can evolve alongside society's needs. Which of the following statements identifies the correct method for proposing an amendment to the Constitution?

An amendment can be proposed by a two-thirds majority vote in both houses of Congress.

An amendment can be initiated by a petition from the states.

An amendment can be proposed if a simple majority of state governors sign a declaration.

An amendment can be proposed through a national referendum.

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