The purpose of a second is
a) for the chair's guidance as to whether the chair should state the question on the motion, thus placing it before the assembly.
b) for the assembly's guidance to ensure that more than one person is in favor of the motion.
c) ensure that the record is clear who wanted to consider the particular motion.
Answer: A
If the answers is incorrect or not given, you can answer the above question in the comment box. If the answers is incorrect or not given, you can answer the above question in the comment box.