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

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

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The correct option is:

  1. more settlers coming to the region

The railroad played a significant role in encouraging population growth in West Texas during that period by facilitating easier access and transportation, which attracted more settlers to the area.