D) elected officials from each region who were voted on by the male citizens.
Answer: I think it is D
Explanation: It says, "In the Dred Scott decision of 1857, the Court had ruled that African Americans were not citizens"
D is correct one ok ok ok
<em>Competition, is when two allies (or just random people too I guess) become rivals in order to complete a certain task first. Normally this would mean that a group of rivals are competing to earn a certain title, for example best at something, or just to make themselves look better.</em>
<em>It effect business because this creates tension often, meaning that the 2 rivaled sides are not exactly the most friendly to one another.</em>
<em>Hope this helps and have a nice day.</em>
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