Which of the Following Is True Regarding Treaties at the Federal

question 56

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true regarding treaties at the federal level?

• A) A treaty is generally negotiated by the executive branch and must then be approved by two-thirds of the Senate.
• B) A treaty is generally negotiated by the executive branch and must then be approved by two-thirds of the House of Representatives.
• C) A treaty is generally negotiated by the executive branch and must then be approved by two-thirds of the Senate and also by two-thirds of the House of Representatives.
• D) A treaty is generally negotiated by the executive branch and no approval by the Senate or House of Representatives is needed.
• E) A treaty is generally negotiated by the executive branch and must then be approved by two-thirds of the Senate and also by two-thirds of the state legislatures.

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Definitions:

Mediation

A conflict resolution technique involving a neutral third party who helps disputing parties find a mutually acceptable solution.

Arbitration

The process whereby a neutral third party issues a binding decision to resolve a dispute.

Negotiate

The process of discussing something with someone to reach an agreement or compromise.

Agreements

Formal arrangements made between two or more parties that specify and regulate the terms of a relationship or transaction.