Answer:
b because Louisiana had a lot of money
I'm gonna do some more research then i'll get back to you on this.
Outlays for troop training, weapons, and munitions increased fifteen-fold from 1916 to 1918. In addition, the Treasury lent generously to US allies. Spending quickly outpaced tax revenues, and the Treasury mounted a series of war bond or “liberty loan” drives to raise additional funds.
Higher Prices due to the lack of incoming goods and capital.