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Economic Factors Contributing to the Rise of Slavery
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Which economic factor was a major driver of the demand for slaves in the Americas?
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The expansion of cash crop agriculture
💡 Explanation:
The expansion of cash crop agriculture, such as sugar, tobacco, and cotton, created a high demand for labor in the Americas. This demand was met through the importation of enslaved Africans.