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In this case, the rule that applies is called the ''quorum'' rule, and it usually says that as long as there are sufficient members present, votes can be taken and the majority ''of those present'' prevails.

In this case, the rule that applies is called the ''quorum'' rule, and it usually says that as long as there are sufficient members present, votes can be taken and the majority ''of those present'' prevails.

"Rules of order" are often called ''parliamentary procedure.'' Many organizations adopt rules of order which are broadly similar to each other. A popular reference book called "Robert's Rules of Order" gives a detailed outline of parliamentary procedure. In a small organization, like the governing body of a club or a town government, many members may not be completely familiar with all the rules. There may be a member called a "parliamentarian" whose job is to know the rules and act as a sort of referee for enforcing them.

"Rules of order" are often called ''[[parliamentary procedure]]''. Many organizations adopt rules of order which are broadly similar to each other. A popular reference book called "Robert's Rules of Order" gives a detailed outline of parliamentary procedure. In a small organization, like the governing body of a club or a town government, many members may not be completely familiar with all the rules. There may be a member called a "parliamentarian" whose job is to know the rules and act as a sort of referee for enforcing them.

==Effects on United States Government==

==Effects on United States Government==