Contrary to expectations, wages for laborers in Latin America ____________ in the 1800s.
A) Rose sharply, contributing to a high inflation rate in many countries.
B) Remained low, because ethnic discrimination and racism trumped market conditions.
C) Fluctuated, given the difficulties of securing sufficient coolie labor for growing businesses.
D) Rose for mestizos and Creoles, making it difficult for European immigrants to establish a foothold in the economy.
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