In what way did the cotton gin contribute to the dramatic rise in production? a. it created a greater need for slave labor on cotton plantations. b. it quickly and efficiently removed the seeds from cotton. c. it led to an increase in farmers' desire to engage in cotton crops. d. it created higher quality cotton that sold for a higher price.

Kevin and jenny, who are both working full-time, have three children all under the age of ten. the two youngest children, who are three and five years old, attended eastside pre-school for a total cost of $3,000. ervin, who is nine, attended big kid daycare after school at a cost of $2,000. jenny has earned income of $15,000 and kevin earns $14,000. what amount of childcare expenses should be used to determine the child and dependent care credit?