The Formula:
A simple majority is calculated as (Total Number of Delegates Present / 2) + 1.
- Example: If 45 delegates are present, half is 22.5. Round up to the next whole number (23), and add 1. The simple majority is 24.
- Note on Ties: In standard Model UN rules, a tie vote (e.g., 22 Yes, 22 No) means the motion automatically fails.
The Digital Advantage:
When delegates arrive late or leave the room, the total quorum changes, meaning the simple majority threshold constantly shifts. MUN-Key.com handles all parliamentary math automatically. It dynamically recalculates pass/fail thresholds based on real-time roll call data, ensuring your dais never makes a mathematical error during high-stakes voting.