Understanding the First Step in the Amendment Process

Easy Unit 1: Foundations Of Democracy Amendment Process

In the context of the United States Constitution, the amendment process outlines how the Constitution can be changed or updated. This process is crucial for ensuring that the Constitution remains relevant over time while also protecting the foundational principles of democracy. Which of the following describes the first step in the amendment process?

Please select the correct answer from the following options:

A proposed amendment must be approved by a two-thirds majority in both houses of Congress.

A proposed amendment must be ratified by three-fourths of the state legislatures.

A proposed amendment is created by a national convention called by two-thirds of the state legislatures.

A proposed amendment must be signed by the President before it can be considered.

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