The Rules That Govern Floor Debate in the House of Representatives

question 20

Multiple Choice

The rules that govern floor debate in the House of Representatives

• A)must be agreed upon by all members.
• B)are a tool the majority party uses to help it control the legislative process.
• C)are neutral and assure a fair hearing for all sides.
• D)encourage the development of partisan hostilities.
• E)often result in deadlocked legislation that the leadership must negotiate.

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