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Quorum

Quorum refers to the minimum number of shareholders or directors required to be present at a meeting for decisions to be legally valid. In corporate governance, quorum ensures that financial approvals, audits, or policy changes are made with sufficient representation. Without a quorum, resolutions affecting financial statements or strategic decisions cannot be formally adopted.

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