When the population of a territory reached 60,000, the legislation could then submit a state constitution to Congress. Once this had been approved, the new state could enter the union. This was outlined in the Northwest Ordinance of 1787 and made it clear that the new states would be on equal footing with the older ones.
they allow people to leave
become a state
become a state
Ostersund have about 60000 inhabitants.
60000 to 65000
It provided for the surveying of the Northwest Territory, north and west of the Ohio River as far as the Great Lakes and the Misissippi River. This established that it would eventually become states of the United States. With the ascent of the South (which wanted to avoid agricultural competition), slavery was prohibited in the states formed from the Northwest Territory. This became important with the acquisition, 16 years later, of the lands of the Louisiana Purchase.
The Northwest Ordinance.
When a territory's population reaches 60,000, it may qualify for enhanced local governance and representation, possibly gaining more autonomy or resources from higher levels of government. This population milestone can also attract investment and infrastructure development, improving services such as education, healthcare, and transportation. Additionally, it may lead to increased political influence and the ability to advocate for the community's needs more effectively.
The northwest ordiance said that any area with the population of at least 60 000 could apply for the admission as a state, with all rights of an existing states.
83% of 60000= 83% * 60000= 0.83 * 60000= 49,800
12% of 60000= 12% * 60000= 0.12 * 60000= 7200
9.5% of 60000= 9.5% * 60000= 0.095 * 60000= 5700