The Only Way to Stop a Filibuster Is by Invoking

question 38

Multiple Choice

The only way to stop a filibuster is by invoking _________, a motion to end debate that requires a supermajority of sixty votes to pass.

• A) a continuing resolution
• B) an override
• C) a roll call vote
• D) cloture
• E) impeachment

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Definitions:

Debt-Equity Ratio

A measure of a company's financial leverage, calculated by dividing its total liabilities by shareholders' equity.

Times Interest Earned

A ratio that measures a company's ability to meet its debt obligations by comparing its income before interest and taxes to its total interest expenses.

Debt to Equity

A financial metric showing the comparative amount of debt and shareholders' equity utilized to fund a company's assets.

Price/Earnings

A valuation ratio of a company's current share price compared to its per-share earnings, used to assess if a stock is over or undervalued.