What was the main issue that led to the creation of the Missouri compromise?

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22 January, 12:25

What was the main issue that led to the creation of the Missouri compromise?

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Deborah · Answer 1

The Missouri Compromise was the result of the problem of slavery. The slavery issue was at hand for many decades before the territory of Missouri decided it was to be the pivotal player in 1818. Petitioning Congress was the usual route for gaining admission into the United States, and that is what Missouri decided to do.