Following the Civil War industry began to expand westward thanks MOSTLY to

Question

Responses
A the increasing number of railroads that connected the east coast with the west coast.the increasing number of railroads that connected the east coast with the west coast.
B an end to the immigration quotas that kept the population low during the mid-1800s.an end to the immigration quotas that kept the population low during the mid-1800s.
C the improving diets of Americans.the improving diets of Americans.
D foreign alliances with Europe.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

A. the increasing number of railroads that connected the east coast with the west coast.

The expansion of railroads played a crucial role in facilitating industry and commerce as it allowed for the efficient transportation of goods and people across the country, significantly contributing to the westward expansion after the Civil War.