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What is the most common method for formally amending the U.S. Constitution?

A Proposal by two-thirds vote in both houses of Congress and ratification by three-fourths of state legislatures.
B Proposal by national convention called by two-thirds of state legislatures and ratification by three-fourths of state conventions.
C Proposal by a majority vote in a national referendum and ratification by popular vote in three-fourths of the states.
D Proposal by the President with approval from the Supreme Court and ratification by two-thirds of state governors.

✓ Correct Answer: Option A

The most common method for amending the Constitution involves proposal by a two-thirds vote in both the House and Senate, followed by ratification by three-fourths of the state legislatures. This method has been used for all but one amendment.

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