Question

In the late 1700s, the passage of the Northwest Ordinance allowed for the

Answer 1

 it established the precedent by which the Federal government would be sovereign and expand westward with the admission of new states, rather than with the expansion of existing states and their established sovereignty under the Articles of Confederation. It was also precedent setting legislation with regard to American public domain lands.

Answer 2

Answer:

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Explanation:

In the late 1700s, the passage of the Northwest Ordinance allowed for the

organization of territories and the admission of states.

expansion of the United States to twice its size.

exploration and establishment of the Oregon Trail.

protection against attacks by American Indian tribes.