In other cases, the assembly may wish to ensure a higher level of support for a course of action and, therefore, may continue debate until there is a greater level of commitment or a consensus on the approach to be taken. The easiest approach to decision-making is to conduct a majority vote on any topic being discussed. After debate, the chair calls for a vote to determine who is in favor of a specific course of action and who is against such action. The result of the vote is the final position of the meeting and directs the course of action to be undertaken. Either the bylaws of the organization or the particular rules of order being used identify the type of majority necessary to decide on specific action.
Most decisions require a simple majority of members present.
But there are also some potential problems that should be identified. When a vote is taken and there is a simple majority, the minority may feel left out. There may be a concern that issues have been unnecessarily rushed or that the majority is so small there may be problems maintaining support for implementation.