In parliamentary procedure, is a friendly amendment acceptable?

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Sometimes
• D. Not Applicable

Answer: (A)

A friendly amendment is allowed when the person who made the main motion agrees to the proposed change. If the mover accepts the alteration, the amendment can be incorporated without a formal vote, often by unanimous consent. This reflects the idea that the change aligns with the mover’s intent and doesn’t undermine the motion. If the mover does not accept the change, it must go through the normal amendment process and be decided by a vote. So, in practice, a friendly amendment is acceptable, which is why the correct choice is true.