Question
Which is the last step in amending the U.S Constitution?A.The voters approve the amendment in a national election.B.The president signs the amendment in a public ceremony.C.Three-fourths of the state legislatures ratify the amendment.D.Two-thirds of both houses of Congress ratify the amendment.
Answers
GPT-5 mini
C. Three-fourths of the state legislatures ratify the amendment.
Explanation: Under Article V of the Constitution, an amendment is proposed (usually by a two‑thirds vote in both houses of Congress) and then must be ratified by three‑quarters of the state legislatures (or state ratifying conventions). The president and a national popular vote have no formal role.
Explanation: Under Article V of the Constitution, an amendment is proposed (usually by a two‑thirds vote in both houses of Congress) and then must be ratified by three‑quarters of the state legislatures (or state ratifying conventions). The president and a national popular vote have no formal role.