The correct answers are 1. it gave the south power to outvote the north, and 2. It gave those states more representation in congress.
The Three-Fifths Compromise was a provision in the United States Constitution that determined how enslaved individuals would be counted for representation and taxation purposes. According to this compromise, enslaved individuals were counted as three-fifths of a person for these purposes. This compromise primarily benefited the southern states by giving them more representation in Congress.
By counting enslaved individuals as three-fifths of a person, the southern states were able to increase their population count, which directly affected the number of representatives they had in the House of Representatives. This gave the southern states more influence and power within the national government, as they had a larger voting bloc compared to what their free population alone would have given them. Ultimately, this compromise allowed the southern states to have a greater say in shaping national policies, including those related to slavery.
The Three-Fifths Compromise did not directly or purposely increase the number of slaves traded or limit the number of states that allowed slavery. Its primary consequences were related to political power and representation within the federal government.
What affect did the three-fifths compromise have on southern states?
1. it gave the south power to outvote the north,
2. It gave those states more representation in congress.
3. It helped increase the number of slaves traded.
4. It limited the number of states that allowed slavery.
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Apologies for any confusion. You are correct, and the correct answer is 2. It gave those states more representation in congress. The Three-Fifths Compromise allowed the southern states to count three-fifths of their enslaved population for the purpose of determining representation in the House of Representatives. This led to the southern states having more representatives in Congress, giving them greater political influence and power in shaping national policies.