AP United States Government and Politicseasymcq1 pt

Which of the following compromises reached during the Constitutional Convention of 1787 directly addressed the dispute between northern and southern states regarding how to count the population for the purpose of representation in Congress?

A.Counting three-fifths of the enslaved population for both taxation and representation
B.Establishing a bicameral legislature with one house based on equal representation
C.Permitting Congress to regulate interstate commerce but banning taxes on exports
D.Creating the Electoral College to select the president

Explanation

Core Concept

The Three-Fifths Compromise settled this specific dispute by creating a formula for counting enslaved people that partially increased the representation of southern states without counting them fully.

Correct Answer

ACounting three-fifths of the enslaved population for both taxation and representation

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