The “landed” states, especially and gave up their claims to western lands.

a: new york
b: new hampshire
c: maryland
d: virginia

The “landed” states, especially New York and Virginia gave up their claims to western lands.

“larger states wanted congressional representation based on population, while smaller states wanted equal representation. they met in the middle. larger states wanted congressional representation based on population, while smaller states wanted equal representation.” i hope this information you.