Where a statutory body delegates functions to a committee and does not formally establish a quorum for that committee, all members of the committee must be present for a valid decision. The committee cannot fix its own quorum for delegated functions, as this would constitute sub-delegation. Passive acquiescence by the delegating body in the committee operating with fewer than its full membership is insufficient to establish a quorum; an unequivocal and succinct endorsement or approval is required.
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