Railroad leaders consolidated their lines in the 1880s primarily to reduce competition and increase efficiency. This strategy allowed them to streamline operations, lower costs, and improve service by creating larger, more cohesive networks.
Why did railroad leaders consolidate their lines in the 1880s?
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O to reduce competition and increase efficiency
O to keep from becoming "too big too quickly"
O to ensure vertical integration
O to increase rapid construction of railroad lines
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