The number of signatures needed to qualify an initiative for the ballot is based on ______.
A)the total number of registered voters at the point in time when signatures are validated
B)an estimate of eligible voters in the state
C)a percentage of all votes cast for governor in the last gubernatorial election
D)the number of voters who turned out for the last election

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The number of signatures needed to qualify an initiative for the ballot is based on a percentage of all votes cast for governor in the last gubernatorial election. This is usually around 5-10% of the total votes cast in that election, depending on the state's laws.

The Number of Signatures Needed to Qualify an Initiative for the Ballot