Examine Table 7-1. How are free black population figures over time related to restrictive immigration laws written by northern and western states?
A) Black populations increased dramatically over time in all states, indicating no correlation to the restrictive laws.
B) Black populations grew modestly over time in most states, reflecting restrictions on immigration.
C) Black populations disappeared, indicating the totalizing impact of restrictions on immigration.
D) Black populations outgrew white populations, indicating that restrictive laws assisted black migration.
Answer: B
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