What is the number of voting members who must be present in order that business can be legally transacted?

What is the number of voting members who must be present in order that business can be legally transacted?

• A. Recommendation
• B. Question
• C. Receive a report
• D. Quorum

Answer: (D)

Quorum is the minimum number of voting members who must be present for business to be legally transacted. This requirement ensures that actions reflect a substantial portion of the group and not just a small subset. The exact number is set by the organization's bylaws or standing rules; typically it’s a majority of the voting members, but it can be different if the bylaws specify another amount. If a quorum isn’t met, the assembly cannot take formal action, and the presiding officer should declare that there is no quorum and the meeting should be recessed or adjourned until a quorum is present. The other terms you see are types of motions or actions, not attendance requirements.

Quorum is the minimum number of voting members who must be present for business to be legally transacted. This requirement ensures that actions reflect a substantial portion of the group and not just a small subset. The exact number is set by the organization's bylaws or standing rules; typically it’s a majority of the voting members, but it can be different if the bylaws specify another amount. If a quorum isn’t met, the assembly cannot take formal action, and the presiding officer should declare that there is no quorum and the meeting should be recessed or adjourned until a quorum is present. The other terms you see are types of motions or actions, not attendance requirements.