The united states went through an economic blank after the american revolution

lying without the limits of the several states; and may permit them, at such times, and in such manner as it

the correct answer is “opportunity cost”. opportunity cost is what a company misses out because it decided in one option over another one. in this case, the company decided to invest in building a factory so it gave up another possible benefit or profit in order to achieve success with the factory.  

trade-off is not the correct answer since it is a situation in which you accept losing something in return for benefits in other areas.

and finally, consequence is a general term used to accept what it comes when you make a decision. it can be a positive or negative consequence depending if the decision you took was the correct one.  

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congress passed laws allowing for free passage between states.

it allows shippers to carry commercial goods, which allows them to save time and money.