Question

What was one effect the growing railroad industry had on the country?(2 points)
Responses

Leaders in the railroad industry wanted to get low-cost materials from other countries.
Leaders in the railroad industry wanted to get low-cost materials from other countries.

Companies had to compete for American workers by offering well-paying jobs.
Companies had to compete for American workers by offering well-paying jobs.

National markets increased as goods could be sold across the country more easily.
National markets increased as goods could be sold across the country more easily.

A larger variety of companies was able to compete in the railroad industry.

Answer 1

One effect the growing railroad industry had on the country was that **national markets increased as goods could be sold across the country more easily**. This expansion facilitated trade and commerce, contributing to economic growth and the integration of various regional economies.