Ratification of the new constitution was
A) Supported by small states.
B) Dependent on the approval of nine states.
C) Initially opposed by the larger and more powerful states of Massachusetts, New York, and Virginia.
D) All of the above.

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The new constitution was indeed supported by small states because it provided them with equal representation in the Senate, it required the approval of nine states to become effective, and initially, larger states like Massachusetts, New York, and Virginia were hesitant or opposed to it until the promise of a Bill of Rights helped secure their ratification.

Ratification of the New Constitution Was