CP CP Disciplinary & Special Proceedings 2

Question 1

When a motion to 'rescind' previously adopted action is proposed, what vote is required?

Accepted Answer

Simple majority with previous notice, or two-thirds without notice

Answer

Rescinding requires a two-thirds vote, or a majority vote if previous notice was given, because it reverses a prior assembly action.

Question 2

The motion to 'ratify' is used to:

Accepted Answer

Confirm an action taken without proper authority that the assembly can legally approve

Answer

Ratification validates an action taken outside of a meeting or without proper authority, binding the organization to that action retroactively.

Question 3

Under RONR, an officer may be removed from office by the assembly if:

Accepted Answer

The bylaws provide for removal or the assembly has inherent power to do so

Answer

The assembly may remove an officer if authorized by the bylaws or, where bylaws are silent, by the assembly's inherent authority over those it elects.

Question 4

What is the parliamentary term for the procedure that allows the assembly to 'undo' an action taken at a previous meeting?

Accepted Answer

Rescind

Answer

The motion to rescind strikes out an action taken at a prior meeting; the motion to reconsider applies only within the same meeting.

Question 5

Which of the following best describes 'special orders'?

Accepted Answer

Motions given a higher priority that interrupt regular business at a set time

Answer

Special orders are items that the assembly designates to be taken up at a specific time, interrupting other business if necessary.

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CP CP Disciplinary & Special Proceedings 2