How did the framers of the Constitution create the context for ratification?
A) They stated that the votes needed for ratification would be based on the guidelines of the unratified Constitution.
B) They required a unanimous vote so that ratification would appear legitimate.
C) They would vote only if the Bill of Rights was not attached to the unratified Constitution.
D) They would ratify the Constitution on the guidelines of the Articles of Confederation.
E) Each representative could vote rather than having their state vote; thus, a majority could be achieved without having Virginia and New York approve.

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The framers of the Constitution decided that ratification would be based on the guidelines set forth within the unratified Constitution itself, rather than adhering strictly to the Articles of Confederation or requiring unanimous consent. This approach allowed for a more practical and achievable process for ratification.

How Did the Framers of the Constitution Create the Context