Why Would Opponents of a Bill Prefer an Open Rule

question 139

Multiple Choice

Why would opponents of a bill prefer an open rule to a closed rule?

• A)Members of the House can exercise their filibuster power and block the legislation.
• B)The open rule allows the other chamber to make a decision on the bill first.
• C)The open rule prevents a bill's supporter from making further demands on minority party legislators.
• D)The open rule makes it easier to add amendments that may weaken its chances of passing.
• E)An open rule means that a bill can be recalled even after it is passed.

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