What is the dues status for inactive and abroad members, as compared with active members?

• A. They pay half dues
• B. They pay full dues
• C. They pay no dues
• D. They pay three-quarters dues

Answer: (A)

Dues are adjusted by member status to reflect level of participation and benefits received. For inactive and abroad members, the organization assigns half the amount of dues that active members pay. This recognizes their reduced involvement and distance while still keeping them connected to the group and able to reactivate in the future without shouldering the full ongoing cost. Paying full dues would be appropriate for active members who routinely participate and receive full benefits; paying no dues would undermine the financial support the chapter relies on; paying three-quarters dues wouldn’t align with the standard set for inactive and abroad statuses.