Which of the following is least accurate in characterizing changes in retailing in the second half of the 19^th century?

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During the second half of the 19th century, there was indeed a significant increase in the number of department stores, chain stores, and mail-order houses, reflecting the changing landscape of retail due to industrialization, urbanization, and improvements in transportation and communication. However, the number of "general stores" did not experience large growth during this period; in fact, general stores began to decline in importance as these other forms of retailing expanded. General stores were more characteristic of earlier, rural economies and were gradually overshadowed by the rise of specialized retail outlets and the expansion of chain stores and mail-order businesses.

Which of the Following Is Least Accurate in Characterizing Changes