Question

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one of the major debates at the constitutional convention was between
delegates who wanted a strong federal government and others who favored:

a. adopting a form of constitutional monarchy.

b. leaving more power with the states.

c. allowing slaves to vote in southern states.

d. creating a federal government with three branches.

Explanation:

The key debate at the Constitutional Convention centered on federal vs. state power. Delegates favoring strong federal government (Federalists) clashed with those (Anti-Federalists) who wanted states to retain more authority. Option B directly reflects this state-power preference, while other options (constitutional monarchy, slave voting, three branches) are unrelated to this core debate.

Answer:

B. leaving more power with the states.