From 1830 to 1860, the percentage of white Southern families owning slaves declined steadily from __________

A) 50 to 45 percent.
B) 80 to 70 percent.
C) 36 to 25 percent.
D) 45 to 25 percent.

Owning Slaves

The historical practice of individuals legally possessing other individuals as property and forcing them into labor without any personal freedoms.

Declined Steadily

A continuous or consistent drop in numbers, quality, or intensity over a period of time.

White Southern Families

Households located in the southern United States, historically associated with various social and economic structures, including during the era of slavery.