How did the Great Compromise settle the problem of representation in Congress? (1 point)

Question

1. It allowed all states to have equal numbers of representatives in Congress.
2. It gave each state two Senators and a number of representatives based on population.
3. It gave each state two representatives in Congress and a number of Senators based on population.
4. It made all states pay the same in federal taxes.

Answer 1

The Great Compromise settled the problem of representation in Congress by:

2. It gave each state two Senators and a number of representatives based on population.

This arrangement established a bicameral legislature with equal representation for states in the Senate and proportional representation in the House of Representatives.