The standard of living (measured by what one can purchase with after-tax income) of free Americans on the eve of the Revolution was ______. A) lower than in 18^th century England, and lower than for most people in the "Third World" today. B) higher than in 18^th -century England, and higher than for most people in the "Third World" today. C) lower than in 18^th century England, but higher than for most people in the "Third World" today. D) higher than in 18^th century England, but lower than for most people in the "Third World" today.

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On the eve of the Revolution, the standard of living for free Americans was relatively high. It was higher than that of 18th-century England due to the availability of land and resources in America, and it remains higher than for most people in the "Third World" today, reflecting the early economic advantages and growth experienced by the United States.

The Standard of Living (Measured by What One Can Purchase