The concept of cloture refers to

A. a method used to defeat legislation in Congress.
B. a process that attempts to limit debate on a bill in the Senate.
C. closed meetings held by both parties to elect their leadership or resolve other important issues.
D. action taken by the House Rules Committee that must be approved by the Speaker.
E. the resolution that adjourns Congress.


Answer: B

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