Compared to slaves in the West Indies and Brazil, the Africans that were brought to North America
A. lived longer on average.
B. developed an imbalance in the sex ratio among their populations.
C. suffered lower birth rates, due to poorer nutrition.
D. died off more quickly, due to the debilitating gang labor.
Answer: A
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