The Convention, Which Assembled in May 1787, Was Supposed to

question 77

Multiple Choice

The convention, which assembled in May 1787, was supposed to

• A) write a new constitution.
• B) address the country's financial crisis.
• C) revise the Articles of Confederation.
• D) nominate someone for president.
• E) discuss better trade relations with Britain.

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Definitions:

Governor Cutout

A mechanism or setting in engines and machinery that limits the maximum speed or output to prevent damage or conserve energy.

Psi

Pounds per square inch, a unit of pressure used to quantify internal pressure, stress, or tensile strength.

Decelerometer

Measures the change in angle of a chassis when it is subjected to aggressive braking. This angle is also known as load transfer, dynamic pitch.