Because the Framers knew that the country would grow, they required a __________ of the population every ten years, after which the number of congressional districts in each state would be adjusted to reflect population changes.

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The Framers of the United States Constitution required a census of the population every ten years to ensure that representation in the House of Representatives would be fairly adjusted according to population changes. This process ensures that each state's representation is based on its current population, allowing for the equitable distribution of Congressional seats.

Because the Framers Knew That the Country Would Grow, They