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AP United States Government and Politics
Multiple Choice

Key Compromise on Representation at the Constitutional Convention

Very Hard Unit 1: Foundations Of Democracy Constitutional Convention

In the context of the Constitutional Convention of 1787, one of the key issues was balancing the power of the national government with that of the states. This debate culminated in several compromises, which were essential for reaching an agreement among the diverse interests of the states. One major compromise was the Great Compromise, which established a bicameral legislature. Another significant compromise involved how enslaved individuals would be counted for purposes of taxation and representation. This question asks you to identify a specific compromise made at the Convention that directly addressed the issue of representation in the legislature. Which of the following compromises addressed this critical issue?

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