What is the first step in adding an amendment to the U.S. Constitution?

a The amendment is sent to the state legislatures by the president.
b The amendment is voted upon by the voters of the United States.
c The amendment is proposed by a two-thirds vote of both houses of Congress.
d The amendment is passed by three-fourths of the state legislatures.

The correct answer is c The amendment is proposed by a two-thirds vote of both houses of Congress.