Question

look at the timeline. then answer the question.
1669
the carolina colony
begins to use a new
constitution.
1732
the colony of
georgia is founded.
1660 1670 1680 1690 1700 1710 1720 1730 1740
1663
the carolina
colony is founded.
1712
the carolina colony
is divided into north
and south carolina.
based on the timeline, the lords proprietor divided north and south carolina about how
long after the founding of the carolina colony?
20 years 50 years 70 years 90 years
submit

Explanation:

Step1: Identify relevant years

Carolina founded: 1663; Divided: 1712

Step2: Calculate time difference

$1712 - 1663 = 49$

Step3: Match to closest option

49 is nearest to 50.

Answer:

50 years