Question

Which statement best explains why the cotton gin contributed to lower cotton prices?
a.Farmers could not afford to raise prices.
b.The cotton gin caused profits to drop.
c.More cotton was available in the market.
d.Cotton production had slowed down.

Answer 1

C. It was easier and quicker to produce cotton with the cotton gin as opposed to by hand, so more was made.

Answer 2

@ericanoel912 thanks!

Answer 3

No problem :)