Why Are State Constitutions Amended More Frequently Than the U

question 45

Multiple Choice

Why are state constitutions amended more frequently than the U.S.Constitution?

• A) The U.S. Constitution has built-in limits.
• B) State constitutions deal with a wider range of functions.
• C) Voter initiatives have a higher rate of approval than those amendments proposed by state legislatures.
• D) The legislature can approve state constitutional amendments.

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Definitions:

Self-Esteem Needs

Self-esteem needs encompass an individual's desire for self-respect, value, and confidence, considered integral for psychological development.

Maslow

Referencing Abraham Maslow, a psychologist best known for creating Maslow's hierarchy of needs, a theory of psychological health predicated on fulfilling innate human needs.

Belongingness Needs

A psychological state reflecting the human need to form and maintain strong, stable interpersonal relationships.

Self-Transcendence Needs

The highest level in Maslow's hierarchy of needs, referring to the pursuit of achieving one's full potential, including experiences of unity, spiritual fulfillment, and meaning in life.