What is the definition of quorum?

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2006-08-29 11:16:01 · 3 answers · asked by Shelia 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Civic Participation

A quorum is a "defined" majority. The majority can be 2/3's; 3/4; one more than half etc. A quorum is defined usually in by-laws of organizations.

2006-08-29 11:24:41 · answer #1 · answered by kobacker59 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋

Sonny is right. A quorum is the number of people required to conduct official business.

2006-08-29 15:11:30 · answer #2 · answered by STEVEN F 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Minimum number of people who must be present (physically or by proxy) in order for a decision to be binding

2006-08-29 11:30:37 · answer #3 · answered by Sonny 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋