Which factor did the railroad contribute to by encouraging population growth in West Texas from 1870 to 1890?

Question

Question options:
1] more expansion of the reservation system
2] more settlers coming to the region
3] more renegades forming communities in the area
4] more deserters establishing cities

Answer 1

The correct option is:

2] more settlers coming to the region

The railroad facilitated easier transportation and access to West Texas, encouraging more settlers to move to the area between 1870 and 1890.