1. which was a result of the commerce and slave trade compromise? congress could end slavery at any time. southern crops could not be sold abroad. there could be no taxes on southern exports. the slave trade would end with ratification. 2. which represents the northern viewpoint during the constitutional convention in the argument over slaves and representation? only citizens should be counted for the purpose of government representation. part of our population is not represented in government and should not be counted. we have a disadvantage if slaves are counted for government representation. we will be required to pay more taxes without government representation.