Question

guided practice
when the civil war began, it was unclear who would be victorious. however, the north was able to marshal its greater technological capabilities, larger population, and more abundant resources.
what new advantage did the north acquire during the course of the war?
a. a large population
b. abundant resources
c. advanced technology
d. strong military leadership

Explanation:

The question asks for a new advantage the North gained during the Civil War. The pre-war North already had a large population, abundant resources, and initially lacked strong military leadership compared to the South. Advanced technology (like railroads, telegraphs, and industrial equipment) was developed and scaled during the war, making it the new advantage.

Answer:

C. advanced technology