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Use the table to answer the question.

U.S. Urban and Rural Population Percentages
Year Percentage of Urban Population Percentage of Rural Population
1800 6 94
1810 7 93
1820 7 93
1830 9 91
1840 11 89
1850 15 85
1860 20 80
1870 26 74
1880 28 72
1890 35 65
1900 40 60
Based on the population distribution shown in the table, which statement correctly evaluates the cause of increased migration to the U.S.?

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Responses

The Industrial Revolution created more agricultural jobs over time.
The Industrial Revolution created more agricultural jobs over time.

There was a trend of migration within the U.S. from urban to rural cities.
There was a trend of migration within the U.S. from urban to rural cities.

There was overseas migration from Europe and Asia to U.S. port towns.
There was overseas migration from Europe and Asia to U.S. port towns.

The Industrial Revolution created more jobs in rural than urban areas.
The Industrial Revolution created more jobs in rural than urban areas.
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Answer 1

Based on the population distribution shown in the table, the statement that correctly evaluates the cause of increased migration to the U.S. is:

**There was overseas migration from Europe and Asia to U.S. port towns.**

This statement aligns with historical trends, as many immigrants arrived from Europe and Asia during this period, leading to an increase in the urban population as they settled in port cities and sought jobs related to the Industrial Revolution. The other options do not accurately reflect the trends indicated in the table.