Discuss the impact of industrial capitalism on the American agricultural sector in the late 19th century.
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Industrial capitalism led to significant changes in the American agricultural sector. Mechanization and new farming techniques increased productivity but also led to overproduction, causing prices to fall. Many small farmers struggled to compete with large agribusinesses and faced financial difficulties, leading to increased debt and foreclosures. This period also saw the rise of the Populist movement, which sought to address the economic challenges faced by farmers.
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What was one major consequence of industrial capitalism on small farmers in the late 19th century?
- A.
Higher prices for agricultural products
- B.
Increased debt and foreclosures
- C.
Decrease in agricultural productivity
- D.
Decline in the Populist movement
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