Question

Which of the conditions listed below must be met in order for a constitutional convention to be called?
Select one:
A. a petition by two-thirds (34 of the 50) of the states
B. a vote by two-thirds of the U.S. Congress
C. a petition by three-quarters (38 of the 50) of the states
D. a vote by a Continental Congress

Answer 1

Answer: Option (A). A petition by two-thirds (34 of the 50) of the states

Explanation : A constitutional convention is the coming together of the state legislature for the purpose of writing a new constitution or amending an existing constitution. Members of a constitutional convention which are sometimes referred to as "delegates" to a constitutional convention are often elected by popular vote. Two-thirds (currently 34) of the state legislatures condition must be met in other for a constitutional convention to be called.