Question

which of the following describes the relationship between filibuster and cloture?

a. a filibuster can be used to end a cloture.

b. a cloture can be used to end a filibuster.

c. a filibuster forces a debate after a cloture.

d. a cloture is a motion to start a filibuster.

Explanation:

A filibuster is an extended debate to delay or block a vote in a legislative body. Cloture is a procedural motion designed to end such a filibuster by limiting further debate, requiring a supermajority vote in many cases (e.g., 60 votes in the U.S. Senate). This directly matches the relationship described in option B.

Answer:

B. A cloture can be used to end a filibuster.