Florida Community Association Manager Practice Exam

What percentage of members present is typically required to approve a motion after a quorum is established?

1. Two-thirds

2. Majority

3. Unanimous

4. Simple plurality

The correct answer is: Majority

In the context of community associations and parliamentary procedure, a majority of members present is typically required to approve a motion once a quorum has been established. A majority means more than half of the votes cast by those present and voting, which is a common standard in various governing documents and procedural rules. Requiring a majority allows for decision-making while still reflecting the views of the majority of those actively participating in the meeting. This approach balances the need for a sufficient number of members to discuss and vote on issues (which establishes the quorum) and the desire for decisions to be made with the support of a majority of participants. In contrast, options like two-thirds or unanimous votes require a larger consensus and are usually reserved for specific circumstances outlined in governing documents, such as amendments to bylaws or significant policy changes. A simple plurality, while another method of counting votes, does not require a majority but rather simply the highest number of votes, which may not adequately represent the will of the majority in many situations. Thus, a majority is the commonly accepted standard in many community association settings.