What was a key argument advanced by Federalists in arguing for ratification of the U. S. Constitution? a It allowed the slave trade to continue for at least twenty more years. b It had features that prevented the abuse of government power. c It prohibited the power of the federal government to wage war. d It provided for construction of a new capital in the South.

B. It had features that prevented the abuse of government power.

Explanation:

The Federalists refers to a group of people who were keenly interested in the ratification of the federal constitution of the United States of America in 1787. They unanimously believed and agreed that the Articles of Confederation wasn't adequate or sufficient enough to enhance good governance and serve the needs of the United States of America and as such required a new government having greater powers at the national level.

Some of the notable members of the Federalists were Benjamin Franklin, George Washington etc.

The Federalists were a group of people who were well funded, organized and as a result made use of the printed media extensively.

Hence, a key argument advanced by Federalists in arguing for ratification of the U.S. Constitution is that, it had features that prevented the abuse of government power.

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