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When a measure is placed on a ballot by the legislature to determine the will of the people, it is called a referendum. This process allows voters to directly decide on specific legislative proposals or constitutional amendments, thereby engaging the public in the decision-making process. Referendums can serve as a means for the electorate to express their preferences on important issues.