what is an example of a quorum 
society of critical care medicine a california nonprofit lists its quorum requirements in its bylaws 75 members eligible to vote must be present to constitute a quorum though specific items may still be voted on should the quorum not be met 7the bottom linea quorum is the minimum number of people needed to hold meetings or make decisions during certain company meetings most often the quorum is considered the majority of members within a group or organization a designation too small risks inadequately representing the whole and a designation too large risks the inability to hold meetings and make decisions robert s rules of order provide a blueprint from which organizations can form their quorum 