What Types of Arguments Did Blacks Use at Conventions to Try

question 1

Multiple Choice

What types of arguments did blacks use at conventions to try to persuade whites to give them more rights?

• A) They reminded whites that blacks disdained America because of slavery.
• B) They asked for free land.
• C) They asked that whites live by the terms of the Declaration of Independence.
• D) They said they would be content with being subservient, but wanted freedom.

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Markup Percentage

The percentage added to the cost of goods to cover overhead and profit, calculated as markup divided by the cost of the goods.