A pending motion yields to one of higher rank on the Precedence of Motions list. What does 'yields to' mean in this context?

• A. Postpones to
• B. Refers to
• C. Yields to
• D. Amends to

Answer: (C)

In parliamentary procedure, motions have a priority order. When a pending motion yields to a higher-ranked motion, it means the higher-ranked motion takes precedence and the lower-ranked one must pause and wait. The chair will handle the higher motion first, interrupting or postponing the consideration of the lower motion. Only after the higher-ranked motion is disposed of can the lower motion be reconsidered. This is exactly what 'yields to' conveys: the lower-priority motion gives way to the higher-priority motion.