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Why did the cotton production increase in the 1850s in Texas?

A. More land was cultivated.
B. New fertilizers were used.
C. New strains of cotton were developed.
D. New technologies were available.

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The answer is D! The cotton gin was made which resulted in a need for slaves, and the cotton production rose greatly and became popular.
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