Based on the statements provided, the correct analysis of the information in the table would depend on specific figures or data points included in the table regarding the number of enslaved Africans arriving in North America during various periods. However, without seeing the actual data, I can provide some general analysis regarding the trends mentioned:
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The number of enslaved Africans who came to North America increased significantly after the American Revolution (1776–1784). - This statement may not be accurate, as the importation of enslaved Africans was restricted following the Revolution in many states, particularly after the abolition movements gained traction.
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More than half of all enslaved Africans who came to North America arrived between 1726 and 1775. - This statement is plausible, as a significant portion of the slave trade occurred during the colonial period in the 18th century.
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In the years immediately before the Civil War (1861–1865), there was a large increase in the number of enslaved Africans brought to North America. - This statement is misleading, as the legal importation of enslaved Africans was banned in the U.S. in 1808, and thus there would not have been a large increase during this period.
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Almost 500,000 enslaved Africans arrived in North America between 1626 and 1875. - This figure could be possible, but accurate verification would depend on the specifics of the data included in the table.
Given these analyses, it seems that the second statement about more than half of all enslaved Africans arriving between 1726 and 1775 is the most likely correct analysis, assuming the data supports it.