Question

according to the northwest ordinance of 1787, a territory could apply for statehood after it had
5,000 free adult males.
5,000 enslaved people.
a state legislature.
a population of 60,000.

Explanation:

The Northwest Ordinance of 1787 set specific population thresholds for territorial progression: 5,000 free adult males allowed a territorial legislature, while a total population of 60,000 was the requirement to apply for full statehood. The other options do not match the statehood eligibility rule.

Answer:

a population of 60,000.