USA HISTORY

MAKING OF A NEW NATION 1776 1800

THE CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION THE GREAT COMPROMISE

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]

Which house in the legislature awards seats based on a state’s population?

A	Parliament
B	the Senate
C	the House of Representatives
D	Albany Plan of Union

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -As outlined in the Constitution, the House represents citizens based on district populations, while the Senate represents citizens on an equal state basis.

Detailed explanation-2: -States are represented in the House of Representatives in approximate proportion to their populations, with every state guaranteed at least one seat. There are currently 435 voting representatives.

Detailed explanation-3: -During the summer of 1787, the delegates to the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia established equal representation in the Senate and proportional representation in the House of Representatives.

Detailed explanation-4: -Apportionment. The distribution of House seats among the states on the basis of their respective populations.

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