Revenue from cotton production was unreliable because

A) sharecroppers' wages drove the price up.
B) land was scarce.
C) of competition from Egypt and India.
D) Great Britain no longer needed southern cotton for manufacturing purposes.

Cotton Production

The cultivation and harvesting of cotton plants, primarily for the textile industry, historically a major driver of the economy, especially in the American South.

Egypt

A country in North Africa, known for its ancient civilization and notable landmarks like the Pyramids and the Great Sphinx of Giza.

India

A country in South Asia, known for its diverse culture, deep historical roots, and as the world's largest democracy.