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Why did railways grow rapidly in Britain during the Industrial Revolution? (1 point)(1 point)
They made the transport of cotton in India easier.
The British government encouraged competition to maximize growth.
The British government was competing with France over growth.
They allowed the Agricultural Revolution to take off.
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The best answer is: The British government encouraged competition to maximize growth.
Brief explanation: Britain’s laissez-faire policies, strong financial markets, and legal environment let private companies compete and invest heavily in rail construction, meeting industrial demand for fast, cheap transport.
Brief explanation: Britain’s laissez-faire policies, strong financial markets, and legal environment let private companies compete and invest heavily in rail construction, meeting industrial demand for fast, cheap transport.
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