Why did the number of prostitutes in Virginia City decline around 1880?
A) Prostitution had been made illegal.
B) A large company had taken control of the local mines.
C) Miners' salaries had been cut.
D) Supplies of gold and silver were dwindling.

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The decline in gold and silver supplies led to a decrease in mining activity, reducing the number of miners and thus the demand for prostitution services.

Why Did the Number of Prostitutes in Virginia City Decline