An Important Factor in the Decline of the U

question 169

Multiple Choice

An important factor in the decline of the U.S. textile industry over the past 100 or so years is

• A)foreign competitors that can produce quality textile goods at low cost.
• B)lower prices of goods that are substitutes for clothing.
• C)a decrease in Americans' demand for clothing, due to increased incomes and the fact that clothing is an inferior good.
• D)the fact that the minimum wage in the U.S. has failed to keep pace with the cost of living.

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Definitions:

Hardwood Trees

Trees that are characterized by their broad leaves, typically shed annually, and tend to have denser wood than softwoods.

Leaves

Broad, flat organs of plants primarily responsible for photosynthesis, transpiration, and gas exchange.

Winter

The coldest season of the year, characterized by short days, long nights, and typically snow or rain in temperate climates.

Permafrost

A layer of soil or rock below the Earth's surface that remains frozen throughout the year.