During the California Gold Rush from 1848 to 1855, the following food item would cost as much as $100 a bushel. a) wheat b) apples c) barley d) pears
The answer is b). A bushel of apples could cost more that $100 during the California Gold Rush. Apples were high in demand because of their versatility, durability and ability to be preserved by drying.
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