American GovernmentQuestion 52 of 128
What does it mean that the U.S. Constitution can be amended?
a.It must be rewritten every year
b.It only applied to the founding generation
c.It cannot be changed at all
d.It can be changed over time to meet new needs
Explanation
The Constitution can be changed through amendments, allowing it to adapt over time. This is why it has been amended 27 times. Article V describes the process for proposing and ratifying amendments.
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