The annual rate of growth of commodity output during the Civil War

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The Civil War caused significant disruptions to the economy, particularly in the Southern states where much of the commodity output was produced. The war led to a decline in agricultural production and transportation, which in turn caused a significant decrease in the annual rate of growth of commodity output. Estimates suggest that the rate of growth fell by more than 50 percent during the war years. Therefore, option C is the correct choice.

The Annual Rate of Growth of Commodity Output During the Civil