What percentage of voting rights is required to pass an ordinary resolution at a general meeting?

Answer options:

Exactly 50%

More than 50%

75% or more

100%

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Define the threshold for an ordinary resolution.

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B.More than 50%✓ Correct

Under Section 282 of the Companies Act 2006, an ordinary resolution of the members of a company means a resolution that is passed by a simple majority (i.e., more than 50%) of the votes cast by those entitled to vote.

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Confusing ordinary resolution (50%+) with special resolution (75%+).

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