read this quotation ¨of representation in congress is to be determined by the number of people who live in each state should slaves be counted?¨

At the constitutional convention how would someone form a southern state most likely respond?

a) yes, they love in our state, and they should be counted**
b) yes, they are equal to white people and should be counted,**
c) no, slaves were not born in the states and should not be counted.
d) no, slaves are not equal to white people and should not be counted.

please help i am between A and B.

5 answers

One of those -- A or B -- is correct.

Think about the southerner's point of view.
I think it is a am i correct? Ms. Sue?
A is correct -- if you mean they LIVE in your state.
thank you very much! :)
You are very welcome.