Question

Which of the following resolved the issue of whether slaves could be used to determine the number of representatives a state could have? Connecticut Compromise Electoral College Great Compromise Three-Fifths Compromise

Answer 1

The Three-Fifths Compromise resolved the issue of whether the slaves could be used to determine the number of representatives a state could have. The compromise stated that a slave would count for 3/5 of a person when counting for representation in Congress.

Answer 2

Correct answer choice is :

Three-Fifths Compromise

Step-by-step explanation:

The population of slaves would be calculated as three-fifths in total when allocating Representatives, as well as Presidential voters and taxes. The Three-Fifths Compromise was introduced by James Wilson and Roger Sherman, who were both members of the Constitutional Convention of 1787.