The South's political clout,which ensured that the national government would continue to protect slavery,rested on which of the following?

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The South's domination of the presidency and the Senate allowed them to have significant political power and influence over the government's decisions. This power was used to ensure the protection and continuation of slavery. The other options are incorrect as the South did not have rapidly rising profits from manufacturing, the North was not indifferent to the matter of slavery, and there was no treaty with Great Britain ensuring the slave trade's continuation.

The South's Political Clout,which Ensured That the National Government Would