On the issue of slavery, Jefferson ________
A) politically supported the institution
B) wanted the slave trade outlawed, even though he was a slave owner
C) believed states should regulate it, wanting to keep himself out of the debate
D) wanted to repeal the “three-fifths rule” as it unfairly favored the South
E) worked behind the scenes to support the institution
Answer: B
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