Understanding the Great Compromise of the Constitutional Convention

The Constitutional Convention of 1787 was convened in Philadelphia to address the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation and to create a new framework for the American government. Delegates from various states gathered to deliberate on key issues such as representation, the balance of power, and the structure of the legislature.

One contentious issue during the Convention was how to appropriately represent different states based on their populations. The Great Compromise ultimately emerged from debates about this representation. Which of the following statements accurately describes the outcome of the Great Compromise?