Question

Which statement correctly summarizes the impact that Eli Whitney’s invention had on cotton production in the South?

A. Cotton production decreased in the Southern states
B. The need for slaves to work plantations decreased
C. Plantation owners began to focus on cash crops other than cotton
D. Farming drastically changed and cotton production increased

Answer 1

Answer: Answer D

Explanation: Because cotton production sky rocketed when the cotton gin was built and slaves were need to pick cotton so use ur head