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Why was the Missouri Compromise important in American politics?

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It maintained a balance of free and slave states for votes in Congress.

It allowed the national bank to operate freely in the country.

It meant that tariffs would no longer be allowed.

It upheld the Necessary and Proper Clause of the Constitution.

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Answer:It maintained a balance of free and slave states for votes in Congress.

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