According to data on Pennsylvania agriculture in the 18^th century, the average size of a farm _________, while the output per farm ______________. A) increased; decreased B) decreased; increased C) decreased; remained fairly stable D) remained fairly stable; increased

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During the 19th century, technological advancements and agricultural innovations led to an increase in farm productivity. As a result, even though the average size of farms decreased due to the division of land among heirs and the sale of land to new farmers, the output per farm increased due to improved farming techniques and equipment.

According to Data on Pennsylvania Agriculture in the 18th Century

According to Data on Pennsylvania Agriculture in the 18^th Century