Most delegates to the Constitutional Convention believed that
A) a government with two branches and checks and balances was ideal.
B) the central government's power should be weak compared to the states.
C) universal manhood suffrage should be a central tenet.
D) protecting private property was vital.
E) the president should be elected by direct vote.

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Most delegates believed that protecting private property was vital, as they were concerned about the potential for majority rule to infringe on property rights.

Most Delegates to the Constitutional Convention Believed That