What was a problem with the Articles of Confederation’s geographic distribution of power?

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One problem with the Articles of Confederation's geographic distribution of power was that it gave each state an equal vote in Congress, regardless of population size or economic strength. This meant that smaller states had a disproportionate amount of power compared to larger states. For example, Rhode Island, with a small population, had the same voting power as Virginia, which had a much larger population. This imbalance led to difficulties in passing legislation and making decisions that benefitted the entire country.