Question

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how did northerners feel about expanding the number of states in the united states?
a. northerners approved of adding new states so the country could continue to expand.
b. northerners worried that adding more states would force them to pay higher taxes.
c. northerners were concerned that adding more states would shift the balance of power in congress.
d. northerners were excited about adding new states because it could shift the balance of power in congress.

Explanation:

During the period of potential state - adding in the US, the North was worried about the balance of power in Congress. If new states were added as slave states (which was a possibility), it could tip the balance in Congress against the North's interests (such as in matters related to tariffs, internal improvements, and the future of slavery). The North was more focused on maintaining or increasing its political influence in Congress rather than just general expansion (A is incorrect). There was no major concern about taxes due to new states (B is incorrect). And they were not excited about a potential shift that could be against their interests (D is incorrect).

Answer:

C. Northerners were concerned that adding more states would shift the balance of power in Congress.