Question

Which of the following describes slavery's role in the southern economy?

Answer 1

Answer:

Slavery was profitable

Explanation:

Slaves worked on plantations, where they weren't paid. Thus, this allowed the slave owners to gain money without actually having to physically work on their own plantations.

Answer 2

Slavery was profitable because in the south slaves worked hard for very little or no pay meaning the owner didn't pay any "employees".