Under the House Rules, the Only Time the Speaker of the House

question 47

Multiple Choice

Under the House rules, the only time the Speaker of the House must vote is when:

• A) a filibuster occurs.
• B) the president pro tempore is absent.
• C) there is a tie.
• D) the president vetoes a bill.
• E) a cloture is invoked.

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Definitions:

Vertical Analysis

A financial method that expresses each item within a financial statement in percentage terms of a base figure for the same time period, facilitating comparison.

Base Amount

A reference value or starting point used in financial calculations or comparisons.

Vertical Analysis

A financial analysis method that lists each line item as a percentage of a base figure within the same financial statement.

Base Amount

The initial sum of money used as a reference point or starting figure for calculations, adjustments, or comparisons.