A Mechanism That Allows Voters to Gather Signatures on a Petition

question 52

Multiple Choice

A mechanism that allows voters to gather signatures on a petition in order to place statutes or constitutional amendments on a ballot is ______.

• A) a referendum
• B) citizen legislation
• C) petitioning the government
• D) an initiative
• E) an advisory petition

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Definitions:

Specific Antigen

A particular substance that the immune system recognizes and responds to, often triggering an immune response.

Pathogens

Microorganisms or viruses that can cause disease in their host, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites.

Phagocytosis

Phagocytosis is a cellular process in which cells engulf and digest large particles or microorganisms, important in the immune response and in removing pathogens and cell debris.

Activates Cells

The process by which cells are stimulated or induced to perform a specific function or action.