How were votes distributed in the Confederation Congress under the Articles?
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Correct answer: Each state had one vote regardless of size or population
The Articles established a unicameral legislature where every state was equal. This frustrated larger states like Virginia and Pennsylvania, which felt their larger populations deserved more influence.
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