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The word quorum in in the passage means...
A. a select group of the best people.
B. the magnum number that may be admitted to a group. (I got wrong on B.)
C. a majority of voting members.
D. the minimum number needed to conduct official business.
One of the Q&A in the Passage
FAQs about the Consitutional Convention
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Q. When did the delegates assemble?
A. The meeting was called for May 14, 1787, but a quorum was not present until May 25.
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Explanation & Answer
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quorum is the the minimum number of people needed to conduct an official business
so the choice D is the correct one
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