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abern

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Terminating debate in the Senate takes a vote for cloture adopted by
 
  a. the majority party.
  b. the minority party.
  c. three-fifths of the entire Senate.
  d. a simple majority of those present.
  e. two-thirds of the total membership.

Question 2

If the president does not act on a bill sent to him or her within ten days and if Congress is still in session, the bill dies.
 
  Indicate whether this statement is true or false.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: C

Answer to Question 2

TRUE



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