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How did the Constitutional Convention delegates resolve the issue of Southern representation in Congress?

A) The legislative branch was organized into two separate houses.

B) Every five enslaved persons would count as three free persons.

C) The Senate and House of Representatives were given special powers.

D) The Electoral College would select the president and vice-president.

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B)

Five enslaved persons would be counted as three free persons for the purpose of taxation.

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B) Every five enslaved persons would count as three free persons.

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