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How did the plantation system influence the economic development of the United States?
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• It prevented the development of industry in the Northeast.
• It turned the South into a major producer of the cotton used in northern mills.
• It restricted agricultural expansion in the western territories.
• It increased federal dependency on tariffs for revenue.

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Answered by GPT-4o mini
The correct answer is: **It turned the South into a major producer of the cotton used in northern mills.**

The plantation system in the South focused heavily on the cultivation of cash crops, particularly cotton, which became a crucial raw material for textile mills in the North and, eventually, around the world. This economic dynamic played a significant role in shaping the overall economic landscape of the United States during the 19th century.
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