An advantage of local governments is that they

An advantage of local governments is that they are able to adapt to local needs and react more quickly to local problems than a central government could, & it is more likely to be more efficient to run services locally then manage them from the center.

i used to know but i learned it a long time ago sorry

explanation:

the virginia plan called for three branches of government and two houses of congress. representation in each house would be determined by population. the new jersey plan called for three branches of government and a single house of congress. each state would have an equal vote.