This table compares the economies of two regions in the United States during the mid-1800s.
northeast region: textile mills and new factories, factory production is the primary source of economic success
western region: small farms and livestock, agriculture is the primary source of economic success
How did these differences affect the economic development in these two regions?
A
Settlers saw that the Great Plains' climate made agriculture easier, and western migration increased.
B
Western settlers signed fair lad treaties with American Indians and increased agricultural production.
C
Improvements in agricultural technology increased western settlers' efficiency and productivity.
D
Many industrial towns in the Northeast banned women from working in factories, and unemployment increased.