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The economy in the Southern colonies was based on..?

A)ocean trade and fishing
B)farming and metalworking
C)skilled trades and fur trapping
D)large-scale farming and trade with England

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Answer:

Large-scale farming and trade with England

Step-by-step explanation:

I had a test with this question and I got it right.

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Answer:

D. Large-scale farming and trade with England

Step-by-step explanation:

The Southern colonies were known for plantations and slavery, which housed tons of cotton which they traded with England to get profit.

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