which of the following is necessary to propose a new amendment to the constitution?

a. Approval by a popular vote held in every state.
b. Approval by 2/3 of the house and senate.
c. Approval by 3/4 of the house and senate.
d. Approval by the legislators in at least 3/4 of the state.

d. Approval by the legislators in at least 3/4 of the states.

To propose a new amendment to the Constitution, the necessary step is option b: Approval by 2/3 of the House and Senate.