Question
Why were small states opposed to representation by population?
a.They wanted a different Congress than the Articles of Confederation called for.
b.They were afraid the national government would be dominated by states with larger populations
c.They did not care if their people were represented.
d.They did not oppose it, they actually supported this idea.
a.They wanted a different Congress than the Articles of Confederation called for.
b.They were afraid the national government would be dominated by states with larger populations
c.They did not care if their people were represented.
d.They did not oppose it, they actually supported this idea.
Answers
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The correct answer is:
**b. They were afraid the national government would be dominated by states with larger populations.**
Small states were concerned that representation based solely on population would lead to larger states having more influence and control over the federal government, potentially marginalizing the interests of smaller states.
**b. They were afraid the national government would be dominated by states with larger populations.**
Small states were concerned that representation based solely on population would lead to larger states having more influence and control over the federal government, potentially marginalizing the interests of smaller states.