Between 1860 and 1890, Both Daily Wages and Annual Earnings

question 19

Multiple Choice

Between 1860 and 1890, both daily wages and annual earnings

• A) fell slightly.
• B) stayed roughly the same.
• C) increased by 10%.
• D) increased by 50%.

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Equilibrium Reaction

A chemical reaction where the rates of the forward and reverse reactions are equal, leading to a constant concentration of reactants and products.

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Toxin

A poisonous substance produced within living cells or organisms that can cause disease when introduced into the body tissues.

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