Which best describes the economy of the middle colonies during the 1600s and 1700s?

a - The middle colonies experienced economic stagnation as farmers struggled with difficult soil and weather conditions.

b - The middle colonies experienced economic growth as sugar and cotton plantations flourished.

c - The middle colonies experienced economic growth as cities such as New York and Philadelphia became centers of trade.

d - The middle colonies experienced economic stagnation as attacks by American Indians impeded steady trade with Europe.

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Ben Bird

7 March, 07:31

Which best describes the economy of the middle colonies during the 1600s and 1700s?

a - The middle colonies experienced economic stagnation as farmers struggled with difficult soil and weather conditions.

b - The middle colonies experienced economic growth as sugar and cotton plantations flourished.

c - The middle colonies experienced economic growth as cities such as New York and Philadelphia became centers of trade.

d - The middle colonies experienced economic stagnation as attacks by American Indians impeded steady trade with Europe.

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Chaz Cardenas · Answer 1

-The middle colonies experienced economic growth as cities such as New York and Philadelphia became centers of trade

The middle colonies included Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, and Delaware. : The Middle Colonies were the big food producing region that included corn and wheat and livestock including beef and pork