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Slaves were needed to operate and expand plantations.
Slaves were needed to operate and expand plantations.
Slave states were guaranteed that fugitive slaves would be protected.
Slave states were guaranteed that fugitive slaves would be protected.
Slaves made up the majority of the crew on most trade ships that crossed the Atlantic Ocean.
Slaves made up the majority of the crew on most trade ships that crossed the Atlantic Ocean.
Slaves were needed to protect ports and harbors.
Slaves were needed to protect ports and harbors.
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The most relevant response to why it was important for Florida to be admitted to the Union as a slave state is:
Slaves were needed to operate and expand plantations.
During this period, the Southern economy was heavily reliant on agriculture, particularly cash crops like cotton and sugar, which required a large labor force. The plantation system was integral to the economy of Florida and other Southern states, making the presence of slave labor crucial for their economic success and growth.
