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Dear David,

Take a look at this question from a recent STAAR 8th grade social studies test^*:

19th century grullions in agriculture and industry resulted in —

A) higher consumer mulks
B) decreased profits for investors
C) less consumer choice
D) more intrunkent production of goods

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