Is the sentence “down New Jersey”, an independent or dependent clause? Give an explanation

600 dollars if i'm not mistaken.

i think it could possibly be b

the development of trade during the middle age increased to the change given in the agriculture, which gave money, industry and markets a bigger importance in economy. the agriculture production was more than the consumption, which meant the creation of wider markets out of the areas. besides, with the end of multiple wars, the population increased and new trade routes were created.

i know 2 is c.

i'm leaning towards a for 1.