It's 1970 and the Senate Is About to Vote on a Cloture

question 51

Multiple Choice

It's 1970 and the Senate is about to vote on a cloture motion. Every senator is present and intending to vote. How many votes are needed to enact cloture?

• A) 60
• B) 50
• C) 75
• D) 67

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