The triangular trade model allowed for the swift spread of slavery into the New World. Twelve million Africans were captured in Africa with the intent to enter them into the slave trade.
<span>The Virginia Plan preferred representation based upon "population," since such a plan would have greatly benefitted the more populus states such as Virginia. </span>
Courts apply the law to specific controversies brought before them. They resolve disputes between people, companies and units of government. Often, courts are called on to uphold limitations on the government. They protect against abuses by all branches of government.
